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Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III: Quiet strength behind the Golden stool

Kumasi Mail by Kumasi Mail
August 11, 2025
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Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III Passes Away at 98
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Nana Konadu Yiadom III, Born in 1927 during a crucial period of Ashanti restoration, Nana Konadu Yiadom III has grown into one of the most revered and quietly influential figures in Ghana’s traditional leadership.

Her story is not just one of royal bloodline, but of prophecy, service, and a deep understanding of the unspoken power women hold in preserving tradition.

“Asantehemaa” refers to the Queen Mother of the Ashanti (Asante) people, a revered and influential leader within the Asante Kingdom. She plays a central role in the kingdom’s dual-gendered leadership system, serving alongside the Asantehene (King).

Rooted in royalty

Nana Konadu Yiadom III, known at birth as Nana Ama Konadu, and affectionately called Nana Panin, was born at the Benyaade Shrine in Merdan, Kwadaso, Kumasi.

Her birth came at a pivotal moment, as the Asante Confederacy was being restored to political significance.

She is the biological daughter of the late Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem II, who served as Asantehemaa from 1977 to 2016.

Her father, Opanin Kofi Fofie, known locally as Koofie or Keewuo, was a humble carpenter from Besease near Atimatim. Although she was separated from her mother while still breastfeeding, she was nurtured by her maternal aunt, Nana Afia Konadu, at Ashanti New Town (Ash-Town).

Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III

No classroom, but rich wisdom

Despite not receiving formal education, Nana Konadu was immersed in rigorous informal training, rooted in tradition, womanhood, and domestic leadership.

She underwent traditional puberty rites (bragro) in her early teens alongside her niece Nana Abena Ansa. This, in many ways, marked the beginning of her lifelong journey of leadership.

She later married Opanin Kwame Boateng, a blacksmith from Aduman, Kumasi, and maintained a private yet principled lifestyle centered on humility, generosity, and strong family values.

A prophecy fulfilled

In the 1990s, a prophecy was delivered by spiritual priest Kwaku Firi Bosomfo through Baffour Akoto, a senior linguist of the Asantehene: Nana Konadu Yiadom III was destined to become the next Queen Mother.

It seemed distant then, but when her mother passed in 2016, the prophecy was fulfilled. On February 6, 2016, she was enstooled as the 14th Asantehemaa.

Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom with Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II

Her role isn’t symbolic. As Queen Mother, she nominates the Asantehene (King), provides counsel to the royal court, and serves as the moral compass of the Ashanti Kingdom.

She also stands as a central figure in protecting the matrilineal lineage and ensuring justice in traditional matters.

A reign marked by compassion

Over the years, Nanahemaa has quietly but powerfully championed social causes, particularly women’s health and child welfare. To mark her 5th anniversary as Queen Mother, she made a significant donation to the Mother-Baby Unit (MBU), Pediatric Emergency Care Unit (PICU), and Pediatric Emergency Unit (PEU) at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital and Manhyia Government District Hospital.

She covered the medical expenses of new mothers, setting an example of royal service through action.

In addition, she launched an annual campaign promoting breastfeeding among Ghanaian mothers, a culturally rooted but health-focused initiative.

In recognition of her generosity and impact, the Saviour Church named a school in her honour: the Nana Konadu Saviour School.

Leading with grace and justice

Nana Konadu Yiadom III is respected not only for her lineage but for the fair, calm, and wise manner in which she settles disputes. People from all walks of life approach her with confidence, knowing her judgment comes with both warmth and integrity.

Her presence at the Manhyia Palace, the heart of the Ashanti Kingdom, represents more than tradition.

It reflects a legacy of maternal power, lived wisdom, and cultural preservation. She embodies what it means to lead without seeking attention, to influence without noise, and to rule with a mother’s touch.

A legacy in motion

As Nana Konadu Yiadom III continues her reign, her legacy grows not from declarations, but from everyday decisions and acts of kindness. In a society that often celebrates loud authority, she stands as proof that quiet power can shape kingdoms.

The Golden Stool may rest with the Asantehene, but its rhythm beats just as strongly in the heart of the Queen Mother.

Here’s a table analysis of the biography of Nana Konadu Yiadom III, Asantehemaa, organized into clear categories for easy reference and understanding:


Table: Analytical Breakdown of Nana Konadu Yiadom III’s Biography

Category Details
Full Title Nana Konadu Yiadom III
Role/Position 14th Asantehemaa (Queen Mother of the Ashanti Kingdom)
Date of Enstoolment February 6, 2016
Traditional Function – Nominates Asantehene
– Advises the royal court
– Oversees women’s affairs and succession
– Custodian of Ashanti culture
Birth Name Nana Ama Konadu
Other Names Nana Panin / Naa Panin
Year of Birth 1927
Age 98 years old (as of 2025)
Place of Birth Benyaade Shrine, Merdan, Kwadaso, Kumasi
Mother Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem II (Asantehemaa from 1977–2016)
Father Opanin Kofi Fofie (a.k.a. Koofie or Keewuo), a carpenter from Besease near Atimatim, Kumasi
Guardian (from infancy) Nana Afia Konadu (mother’s sister, raised her at Ashanti New Town – Ash-Town)
Education No formal education; received high-quality informal training in traditional leadership and domestic life
Puberty Rites Underwent bragro (puberty initiation) with niece Nana Abena Ansa
Marital Status Married to Opanin Kwame Boateng
Spouse’s Profession Blacksmith from Aduman, Kumasi
Prophecy of Reign Foretold in the mid-1990s by Kwaku Firi Bosomfo via Baffour Akoto
Religious Belief Deeply religious; committed to God’s work
Key Personality Traits Calm, fair, kind-hearted, hardworking, humble, unassuming, accommodating, just
Conflict Resolution Record All cases brought before her have been resolved fairly and amicably
Philanthropy – Healthcare Paid medical bills and donated supplies to:
– Mother-Baby Unit (MBU)
– Pediatric Emergency Care Unit (PICU)
– PEU at KATH & Manhyia
Advocacy Promotes breastfeeding through an annual campaign
Legacy in Education Honoured with the naming of Nana Konadu Saviour School by the Saviour Church
Seat of Power Manhyia Palace, Kumasi (official residence of Asantehemaa and Asantehene)
Cultural Importance Represents the maternal arm of Ashanti governance; guardian of matrilineal succession and traditional justice
Anniversary Celebration Marked her 5th anniversary in 2021 with large-scale donations and social interventions

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The information presented in this profile of Nana Konadu Yiadom III is based on publicly available sources and historical records submitted for documentation purposes. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, some dates, names, or details may vary slightly due to oral tradition or limited archival documentation. Readers are advised to cross-reference with official statements or publications from the Manhyia Palace or other authoritative cultural institutions where necessary.

 

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