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Mankessim queenmother's passing announced; book of condolence opens

From Daily Graphic · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The passing of Mankessim Queenmother Nana Ama Amissah III was formally announced during the annual Ahobaa Festival.
  • The queenmother, who reigned for over three decades, died in March in the United States, and her remains were repatriated with presidential support.
  • A book of condolence has been opened, and the traditional council described her as a respected leader who significantly impacted her community.

A somber mood enveloped Mankessim on Friday as the formal announcement of the passing of Queenmother Nana Ama Amissah III was made during the annual Ahobaa Festival. The queenmother died in March in the United States, and her remains were recently repatriated to Ghana with the intervention and support of the President.

her passing has left a significant void in the traditional leadership structure and the collective identity of the people.

— Osagyefo Amanfo Edu VIThe Paramount Chief of the Mankessim Traditional Area described the loss of the queenmother.

The announcement, made by Osagyefo Amanfo Edu VI, Paramount Chief of the Mankessim Traditional Area, transformed the usually vibrant festival into a moment of mourning. Chiefs, elders, and residents expressed their grief, acknowledging the significant void left by her demise. Nana Ama Amissah III had served as a pillar of wisdom and cultural guidance for over three decades.

the process was undertaken with full support from the president and, notably, without any financial burden on the family or the traditional council.

— Osagyefo Amanfo Edu VIThe Paramount Chief explained the facilitation of the late queenmother’s remains repatriation.

The Paramount Chief expressed profound gratitude to the President for facilitating the repatriation of the queenmother's remains without any financial burden on the family or traditional council. He emphasized that her contributions to unity and development in Mankessim would endure despite her physical absence.

although the Nana Amissah had physically departed, her contributions toward unity and development within Mankessim would remained enduring.

— Osagyefo Amanfo Edu VIThe Paramount Chief spoke about the queenmother's legacy.

Following the announcement, a book of condolence was opened at the Queenmother's office and the Paramount Chief's residence, allowing the public to pay their respects. The Mankessim Traditional Council, along with the Pakesedo Nsona Royal Family and traditional elders, extended condolences, remembering Nana Ama Amissah III as a respected leader whose dignity and compassion left a lasting impact.

Nana Ama Amissah III as a respected leader whose wisdom, dignity, and compassion profoundly impacted the lives of many within and beyond the traditional area.

— Mankessim Traditional CouncilThe Council described the late queenmother in a statement.
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Originally published by Daily Graphic in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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