How Asante Mamponghene Got Nwisiaahene Title
The title ‘Nwisiaahene’, to wit the ‘Ruler of the Fatherless’, was conferred on Amaniampong, the Chief Commander of Asanteman, following a tragic outcome of a war between Asante and Akyem.
This was at the time the present settlers of Asante Mampong had moved to settle at Akrofuoso from Kodiekrom.
Recounting the incident at the Asanteman Council meeting on January 19, 2026, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, said Amaniampong, a powerful chief commander, was to lead Asante to the war.
However, a prophecy by the chief priest, Komfo Anokye, revealed that he would perish in the war if sent, and his loss would be costly to the Kingdom.
This necessitated a change in plans, as Opemsuo Osei Tutu I delegated the responsibility to Boahen Anatuo.
“Nana (Opemsuo Osei Tutu I) died in war, while Boahen Anantuo died upon returning home.”
The death of the King rendered the Kingdom an orphan, and Komfo Anokye delegated Amaniampong as the ‘Nwisiaahene’.
“Because Nana died in the war, Amaniampong was delegated as caretaker of Asante. He was told to take care of the orphan kingdom, and that was how he got the title Nwisiaahene.”
Otumfuo stated that a nephew of Amaniampong and Boahen Anantuo, known as Attakora Panin, founded Asante Mampong.
“It was in Asante Mampong that he {Attakora Panin} was elevated to paramountcy and given the Silver Stool.”
Occupants of the Silver Stool have since assumed the Nwisiaahene title and responsibility, taking care of the Kingdom in the absence of the Asantehene.
Story by Hajara Fuseini
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