- The late Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III’s funeral (Sept 15–18, 2025) highlighted traditional rituals led by Asanteman priests.
- Young priest Okomfo Kwaku Abrantie drew attention with prayers for Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.
- Apostle Francis Amoako Attah had prophesied the boy would become a “second Okomfo Anokye,” performing miraculous feats.
- Kwaku Abrantie’s spiritual abilities began manifesting at age three; he is currently a class two pupil.
- He reportedly serves nine dwarves, integrating them into his traditional religious practice.
- The funeral reinforced the relevance of Ghana’s traditional religion and the continuing influence of Okomfo in the Ashanti Region.
The four-day funeral of the late Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III, held from September 15 to 18, 2025, showcased the enduring power of traditional religion in Ghana. Central to the ceremonies were the priests of Asanteman, the Okomfo, whose rituals captured national attention.
Among the many remarkable displays was the performance of Okomfo Kwaku Abrantie, a young priest whose prayers for Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II drew widespread admiration. His composure, spiritual authority, and ritual precision sparked renewed interest in traditional practices among Ghanaians who had doubted their contemporary relevance.
Okomfo Kwaku Abrantie’s emergence aligns with a prophecy made years earlier by Apostle Francis Amoako Attah, founder of Parliament Chapel International. The prophet predicted that the young priest would rise to match the legendary feats of Okomfo Anokye, the co-founder of the Asante Kingdom. The prophecy included claims of miraculous abilities, such as controlling dwarves and performing supernatural feats that could rival modern religious leaders.
The priest’s father confirmed that Kwaku Abrantie began showing signs of spiritual prowess from the age of three and that he is currently the only one of his four children to follow the priestly path. Despite his spiritual responsibilities, Kwaku Abrantie remains a student, attending class two, and insists that his education continues alongside his priestly duties.
In a recent interview, the young priest spoke about the nine dwarves he serves, naming them as part of his spiritual practice. His unique display at the funeral has positioned him as a figure to watch within Asanteman, potentially reshaping perceptions of traditional religion in Ghana.
The ceremony and Kwaku Abrantie’s role not only honored the late Asantehemaa but also reaffirmed the vibrancy of cultural and spiritual heritage in the Ashanti Region.
