The President of the European Council, Mr. Herman Van Rompuy and the president of European Commission, Mr. José Manuel Barroso, have expressed their condolences to H.E. President John Dramani Mahama and the people of Ghana for the sudden passing President John Atta Mills.

The union said President Mills contributions to rule of law, democracy and development in Ghana will be remembered as it provides a solid basis on which to continue building a future of prosperity, freedom and security for all Ghanaian citizens.

The union said their thoughts are with the people of Ghana and the family of the deceased as they mourn their loss.**