The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has paid tribute to its founder and Ghana’s first president of the Fourth Republic, Flight Lieutenant Jerry John Rawlings, on the fifth anniversary of his passing.
In a statement issued by the party’s Director of Communications, Kakra Essamuah, the NDC described the late president as a towering figure whose contributions to Ghana’s political and social development remain indelible.
“As the party, the nation, and his numerous admirers worldwide remember him for his sterling contributions to the development and welfare of our people, we in the NDC remain assured that absolutely nothing will erase his legacy from the history of Ghana,” the statement read.
The party also expressed sorrow over the recent passing of Nana Konadu Agyemang Rawlings, the former First Lady, noting that she is yet to receive the full honours of a befitting farewell in recognition of her service to the nation.
The NDC emphasised that though five years may seem short in historical terms, they have been “five long years of mourning and sorrow” for the party.
“Comrade President, Chairman Rawlings, continue to rest peacefully in the bosom of the Lord,” the statement concluded.
Jerry John Rawlings, who served as both military leader and later as a democratically elected president, is remembered for his pivotal role in Ghana’s political transition and for laying the foundation of the Fourth Republic.
