The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi joined the chiefs and people of the Mampong Traditional Area for the one-week observation of the passing of Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, occupant of the Silver Stool of the Asante Kingdom and former Registrar of KNUST.
The solemn ceremony was held at the Amaniampong Silver Stool Palace in Mampong, the seat of the Silver Stool, which represents the second-highest position in the Asante traditional hierarchy after the Golden Stool of Manhyia.
Known in private life as Mr. Saint Oswald Gyimah-Kessie, Daasebre was a respected figure in Ghana’s higher education sector, whose tenure as Registrar left a lasting mark on the administrative and cultural life of KNUST.
The University’s delegation was led by the Chairman of the University Council, Akyamfour Asafo Boakye Agyemang-Bonsu, supported by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor (Mrs) Rita Akosuah Dickson and the Registrar, Mr. Andrews Kwasi Boateng.
Also in attendance were Director of University Health Services, Dr. Nana Kwame Ayisi-Boateng, Provosts of the College of Health Sciences, Prof. Christian Agyare, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Prof. Dadson Awunyo-Vitor, and College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Prof. Charles Marfo as well as all Deputy Registrars.
Members of the University community took turns to sign the Book of Condolence.
The final funeral rites for Daasebre Osei Bonsu II yet to be announced. KNUST is expected to play a significant role in the ceremonies, honouring one of its most distinguished former officers.
