Mahama Pays Respects at Mamponghene's Funeral

Former President John Dramani Mahama attended the final funeral rites of the Mamponghene in Kumasi, Ghana on June 9th, 2025. The event was marked by a somber atmosphere as Mahama and other dignitaries paid their respects. A video circulating online shows Mahama disembarking from a Ghana Air Force plane and engaging in brief greetings with those present. The funeral is a significant event for the Ashanti region and Ghana as a whole, highlighting the importance of traditional customs and leadership. One mourner stated, "It was a great honor to have the former president here to pay his respects." The funeral proceedings continued with traditional ceremonies and tributes to the late Mamponghene.