By Francis Kobena Tandoh
The government of Ghana has declared three days of national mourning to honor the memory of former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, according to a statement from the Presidency on Friday.
The statement, signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, announced that the period of mourning starts from today, October 24, to Sunday, October 26, 2025.
During the period, the Presidency announced that all national flags will fly at half-mast at all public buildings, diplomatic missions, and government installations throughout the country and abroad.
“Following the passing of H.E. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, former First Lady of the Republic of Ghana, President John Dramani Mahama has, on behalf of the government, declared three days of national mourning starting from today, October 24, to Sunday, October 26, 2025,” read the statement.
The directive, the statement observed, is in “honor of her memory and recognition of her distinguished service to our nation.” Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings served Ghana with dedication and commitment, particularly in women’s empowerment, child welfare, and social development,” it added.
The government extended its deepest condolences to her family, children, and all those who mourn this irreplaceable loss.
Mrs. Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings died on Thursday at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital (Ridge Hospital) in the national capital after a brief illness.
She died at the age of 76 years. Enditem
Source: Ghana Eye Report
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