Energy Minister, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has extolled the Overlord of the Asante kingdom, Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, for preserving the historic vintage Rolls-Royce in his palace.
Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, popularly called “NAPO”, was delighted that this vehicle which spans from the 1900s is well-utilized by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and, to him, this affirms Otumfuo’s commitment to upholding the values and traditions of the Asantes.
He wrote; “Ghanaians would recall with nostalgia, that, during the 63rd Independence parade held in Kumasi in 2020, the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, graced the occasion with a triumphant entry, riding in his gleaming, black vintage Rolls-Royce Phantom, to the adoration of the cheering crowd.
“In fact, for many, this act of showmanship deepened the incontrovertible power of the king and the Golden Stool whose values he personifies. For others, it was the ever flamboyant, rich Asante culture in an endless, almost seamless loop – the ancient readily and warmly embracing the modern.
“Steeped in history and adorned with symbolism, this Rolls-Royce serves as a tangible link to the past, connecting three successive Asantehenes – Otumfuo Sir Osei Agyemang Prempeh, Otumfuo Opoku Ware II and the incumbent Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.”
The Minister continued; “The story is told that this is the same vehicle Otumfuo Prempeh II rode in 1949 from Manhyia Palace to Sofoline, to open a new boys’ secondary school, my own beloved alma mater, Prempeh College. According to credible sources, this particular model of Rolls-Royce, was sold only to buyers whom the manufacturer held in high esteem and deemed worthy of honour. These included the British monarchy and some heads of state.”
“As Otumfuo Osei Tutu II marks 25 years of occupying the Golden Stool, the unscathed existence of this Rolls-Royce, serves as a poignant reminder of the responsibilities that come with leadership. Beyond the trappings of power, there lies a solemn duty to safeguard the heritage entrusted to his care. In the painstaking preservation of this venerable vehicle, the Asantehene reaffirms his commitment to upholding the values and traditions that have sustained the Asante kingdom for centuries”, he hailed the Asantehene.
Read NAPO’s full article below:
Source: Ameyaw Adu Gyamfi/Peacefmonline.com/Ghana
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