Ghanaians mourn Salia

Accra, March 18, GNA - Thousands of mourners from all walks of life on Thursday gathered at the forecourt of the State House to pay their last respect to Mr. Edward Salia, 57, MP for Jirapa Constituency who died last month. Mr. John Evans Atta Mills, President of the Republic of Ghana, Members of the Council of State, the Judiciary, Parliamentarians and members of the Diplomatic Corp were all spotted in their black attire to mourn the late MP. The atmosphere was that of a forlorn amidst dirges, tribute and eulogies from the St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church choir and the Ghana Police Band. One significant feature was the wearing of smock among sympathizers. Ms. Emmanuella Salia, last of the four daughters of the late MP who read a tribute on behalf of the children recollected fond memories of a good father, "One thing we knew was, never take your home-work to Daddy to sign, you will re-do it a hundred times". She promised to keep the strong bond they built as a family, "It will not be broken even in your death".

Wreaths were laid by the President on behalf of people of Ghana, the children and wife, Parliament and the NDC. Most Rev Paul Bemile, Bishop of Wa Diocese who conducted the burial service sprinkled water amidst burning of incense as a last prayer for the departed.