The leadership of the Church of Pentecost has joined Asanteman in mourning its Queen, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, who passed away peacefully on August 7.

A delegation led by Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, visited the Manhyia Palace on Friday.

In his remarks, the televangelist underscored the significance of their presence to show solidarity with the King, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, who stands as the chief mourner.

Apostle Eric Kwabena Nyamekye, Chairman of The Church of Pentecost and his entourage at the Manhyia palace

“The whole church is here to comfort the Otumfuo. We can’t stay in Accra and send representatives. We knew even our presence would encourage Otumfuo.”

Apostle Nyamekye used the occasion to express his profound gratitude to the King for his generosity, which has made the Church widely visible across Asanteman.

He also singled out the King’s benevolence that saw the lease of the Asokwa Church renewed for free.

“We thank Otumfuo for all he has done for the church. We would reach the extent if not for him. We are visible in every corner. Particularly what he did for us at Asokwa. I want to use this occasion to thank Otumfuo.”

The delegation prayed for the King, committing the upcoming burial rites of the Asantehemaa into the care of God.

A multitude of sympathisers trooped to the Manhyia Palace on September 12, 2025, to show solidarity with the Asantehene, ahead of the burial rites of Nana Konadu Yiadom III, Asantehemaa.

The occasion was particularly used to donate and extend condolence messages.

Among them were Nananom, Accra Brewery PLC, Wesley College of Education, Anglican Diocese of Kumasi, Kasapreko Company Limited, BBC Industrial Company, Kumasi Mall, Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), Poultry Farmers Association, Mfum Farms, Bank of Ghana and Prudential Bank.

The burial rites of Her Majesty will begin on September 15 and end on September 18.

Story by Hajara Fuseini