Following President John Dramani Mahama’s announcement of a befitting state funeral to honor the late former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, the government has stated that it will be held on Friday, November 28, 2025.

This was contained in a release signed by the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, dated Thursday, November 6, 2025.

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According to government, the event will take place at the Independence Square ceremonial grounds.

“The Government of Ghana, under the auspices of President John Dramani Mahama, will hold a state funeral for the Late Former First Lady, Mrs Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings on Friday, 28th November, 2025 at the Independence Square,” portions of the statement read.

Kwakye Ofosu explained that the funeral is intended to honor the achievements and contributions of the late Agyeman-Rawlings, not only to the country, but also to women and children, particularly in championing their rights.

“The state funeral is in recognition of Mrs Rawlings' invaluable contributions to the advancement of the rights of women and children in Ghana, and national development.”

Meanwhile, family of the late Agyeman-Rawlings, is calling on the public to share their stories and experiences about how her life impacted them.

In a release dated Thursday, November 6, 2025, the family stated that digital photographs of individuals with the late Agyeman-Rawlings, as well as other memorable items, should be sent to them within two weeks.

Family of late First Lady calls on public to share memories

“Friends and well-wishers are encouraged to send their experiences of how she impacted their lives through her work, as well as digital photographs, videos and memories of her, by email,” the statement, shared via the Jerry John Rawlings page on social media, said.



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