Asantehene ‘Removes’ Ejisu-Kyrekrom Chief From Stool
Opanin Kwaku Kyere, the Ejisu-Kyerekrom Dikro, was officially destooled by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II on Tuesday following his conviction for breaking the Great Oath, a revered principle in the Ashanti Kingdom.
The destoolment emphasizes the seriousness of the transgression. It is an important and seldom act in Ashanti custom.
The Great Oath, which is extremely significant both culturally and spiritually, stands for honesty, decency, and allegiance to the Ashanti Kingdom.
It is considered a grave violation of the ideals and standards that unite the community to break this oath.
Overseeing the destooling process was Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, who was renowned for his commitment to upholding Ashanti customs and administering justice.
The evidence against Opanin Kwaku Kyere was carefully examined and taken into account before the decision was made. The Asantehene made it plain that such violations would not be allowed during his rule.
The Asantehene’s dedication to maintaining the customs and principles that have long characterized the Ashanti Kingdom is reaffirmed by this destooling.