Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a “role model for women in Ghana and across Africa.”
In a message shared on his X (formerly Twitter) page, the former President said he and his wife, Rebecca Akufo-Addo, were heartbroken by the news of her passing.
“My wife Rebecca and I are deeply saddened by the news of the untimely passing of the wife of the late first President of the Fourth Republic, His Excellency Jerry John Rawlings, the longest serving First Lady in our history and the Founder of the 31st December Women’s Movement, H.E. Mrs Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings,” he wrote.
Paying tribute to her life and legacy, Mr Akufo-Addo praised Mrs Rawlings for her lifelong advocacy for women and her impact on Ghana’s social development.
“As a role model for women in Ghana and across Africa, Mrs Rawlings’ gender advocacy and women empowerment initiatives remain impactful to this day. Her commitment to the growth of the women’s movement in Ghana and Africa can never be forgotten,” he said.
He also remembered her personal warmth and charm, describing her as “a warm and affectionate woman, with a good sense of humour and excellent company.”
He extended condolences to the Rawlings family, especially her children, urging them to find comfort in her enduring legacy.
“Rebecca, my children and I extend our deepest condolences to her children and family on this sad occasion. May her soul rest peacefully in the bosom of the Almighty until the Last Day of the Resurrection, when we shall meet again.”
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