The government has officially announced the passing of former First Lady and politician Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings in the early hours of today, Thursday, October 23, 2025.
The sad news was conveyed by the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, who shared the official statement on the social media platform X on October 23, 2025.
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"Government announces with deep regret and profound sorrow, the untimely passing of former First Lady and Founder of the 31 December Women's Movement, Her Excellency Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings," the post read.
The statement confirmed that she passed away this morning after a short illness.
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The government extended its deepest condolences to her immediate family, marking the loss of the influential figure who was also the widow of late former President Jerry John Rawlings and the founder of the National Democratic Party (NDP).
Read statement below:
— Felix Kwakye Ofosu (@FelixKwakyeOfo1) October 23, 2025
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