Ihe karịrị 100,000 na-atụ anya ịga na Copenhagen maka Coronation

Na mmegharị ahụ a na-enwetụbeghị mbụ, Queen Margrethe of Denmark has abdicated after 52 years on the throne, paving the way for her son, Crown Prince Frederik, to ascend as the new king.

The historic event is expected to draw over 100,000 visitors to the streets of Copenhagen on Sunday.

Crown Prince Frederik, a 55-year-old future monarch, enjoys widespread popularity in Denmark, with 82 percent of Danes expressing confidence in his ability to be a good king, according to recent polls. Despite recent controversy in foreign media, the Danish public’s perception of the prince remains positive.

The Queen’s surprising decision, announced in a New Year’s Eve address, left the nation in shock. However, historians and experts view it as a modern move, signaling the queen’s acknowledgment of her physical limitations and the readiness of her son to assume the throne.

This marks only the second time in Danish history that a sovereign has abdicated, with the last occurrence dating back almost nine centuries. The queen will retain her title and continue to represent the royal family on occasion, alleviating concerns among Danes about the loss of Margrethe.

Public support for the queen’s decision is strong, with over 80 percent of Danes backing her choice. The anticipation for Sunday’s celebration has led to fully booked hotels, sold-out trains, and domestic flights to Copenhagen.

Authorities are preparing for massive crowds, with police reinforcements called in from across the country.