All banks, schools, and public insti­tutions across Kumasi and surrounding areas will remain closed on Thursday, September 18, in observance of the burial of the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III.

The directive, issued by the Manhyia Palace, underscores the gravity of the occasion as the Asante Kingdom bids farewell to its revered Queenmother.

The funeral rites officially commenced yesterday (Sunday), September 14, and would span four days, culminating in a burial service on Thursday.

According to the Palace’s programme, filing past would take place from Monday through Wednesday, September 15–17, between 5:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily.

Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, would sit in state from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. to receive condolences from digni­taries, traditional leaders, and the public.

On Thursday, September 18, filing past would continue from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., followed by the burial service at 3:00 p.m., marking the final farewell to the 17th Asantehemaa.

To ensure dignified and orderly participation, the Palace has designated specific days for various institutions and groups to pay their respects:

Monday, September 15: Churches and clergy, political parties, educational institutions, NGOs, telecom firms, corporate bodies, recognised associations, and the general public.

Tuesday, September 16: Judi­ciary, Ghana Bar Association, security services (Armed Forces, Police, Fire Service, Prisons, Immigration, Customs), SOEs, financial institutions, public offi­cers, and the general public.