Dormaahene Questions Supernatural Claims About the Golden Stool
Dormaahene believes Golden Stool is welded by man.
The Paramount Chief of the Dormaa Traditional Area, Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyemang Badu II, has cast doubt on spiritual claims surrounding the Golden Stool, asserting that it is a physical object that cannot be commanded from the skies.
Speaking at a public gathering, the Dormaahene remarked that while the Golden Stool holds deep historical and cultural significance for the Ashanti Kingdom, there should be a distinction between tradition and mythology.
“The Golden Stool is here on earth. It is not floating in the heavens. Nobody can summon it from the skies because it is welded and firmly secured,” he said.
The chief’s comments appear to challenge long-held beliefs within Asante tradition that the Golden Stool descended from the heavens in the late 17th century, signifying the unity and soul of the Ashanti people.
While stressing his respect for Ghana’s diverse traditional authorities, Osagyefo Agyemang Badu II urged Ghanaians to prioritise historical accuracy and focus on the tangible aspects of their heritage.
The remarks have sparked debate, with cultural commentators warning they could be seen as provocative in the context of inter-ethnic sensitivities. Supporters, however, say the Dormaahene is simply encouraging honest dialogue about the nation’s history.
The Golden Stool remains one of Ghana’s most revered cultural symbols and is never allowed to touch the ground. It is central to the identity of the Ashanti Kingdom and has survived centuries of colonial attempts to seize it.
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