By Godwin Nii-Arhmah Okine,Samuel Obour
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Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s daughter, Dr Caryn Agyemang Prempeh, drew attention as she appeared at the Asantehemaa’s funeral Dressed in black and red mourning attire, she wept over the Asantehemaa’s passing while maintaining her composureSocial media users praised Dr Caryn for her simple yet elegant mourning style, with many noting her dignity and class
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s daughter, Dr Caryn Agyemang Prempeh, popularly known as Ohemaa, grabbed the spotlight as she appeared at the Asantehemaa’s funeral.
The Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, died at 98 years of age on August 7, 2025.
She was the 14th Asantehemaa and the biological sister of the current Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, and held the position for eight years before her death.
Her burial has been scheduled for Thursday, September 18, 2025, at the Royal Mausoleum in Breman.
Ahead of her burial, Asante Royals and other dignitaries have descended on Manhyia Palace for her final funeral rites.
Below is a TikTok video of proceedings at the Asantehemaa’s funeral.
Otumfuo’s daughter steals show at Asantehemaa’s funeral
The daughter of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Dr Caryn Agyemang Prempeh, joined other royals at the Manhyia Palace to mourn the Asantehemaa’s passing.
In a video seen by YEN.com.gh on the TikTok page of Vibez Central, Ohemaa could be seen in black and red mourning clothes and drenched in grief.
Despite her sadness, she was seen attempting to remain composed in line with her royal responsibilities.
The video of Caryn Prempeh mourning the Asantehamma has evoked sadness on social media, with many Ghanaians expressing their support for her.
The TikTok video of Otumfuo’s daughter mourning the Asantehemaa is below.
Ghanaians react to Otumfuo’s daughter mourning Asantehemaa
Social media users shared emotional reactions to the video of Otumfuo’s daughter, Dr Caryn, mourning the Asantehemaa.
Many praised her for looking simple, while others noted her classy mourning style, explaining that royals are not supposed to show too much emotion publicly.
YEN.com.gh has compiled some comments below.
Jackson Brown said:
“Very simple but classy.”
Sweet Porshy🇨🇦🇬🇭 wrote:
“Odehyeɛ nsu.”
Bertha Korankye commented:
“Asante akadea.”
Stella Asamani said:
“Rose’s girl, take heart.”
Gouldi wrote:
“Nananom nue ✌️✌️🥹🥹.”
Vida Okyere commented:
“Oheneba Due wai.”
Source: YEN.com.gh
