Nana Konadu’s family notifies Asantehene of her passing
The family of the late former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings, has officially informed the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, of her passing during a visit to the Manhyia Palace on Monday, November 3, 2025.
Nana Konadu passed away on October 23, 2025, at the Ridge Hospital in Accra. Her family, friends, and dignitaries gathered on October 30 to observe a one-week commemoration in her honour.
During the meeting at the Manhyia Palace on Monday, November 3, the Asantehene expressed his deep condolences to the Rawlings family and pledged his full support toward the organisation of the funeral.
He also commended the late former First Lady for her distinguished service to Ghana and her lifelong advocacy for women’s empowerment.
Nana Konadu, wife of the late former President Jerry John Rawlings and founder of the 31st December Women’s Movement, is remembered for her unwavering dedication to social justice, leadership, and national development.
