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General News of Thursday, July 25, 2019
Source: Graphic.com.gh
2019-07-25
play the videoSamuel Ofosu Ampofo lays a wreath on the grave of the late Professor John Evans Atta Mills
The atmosphere at Asomdwee Park, home to late President John Evans Atta Mills, was full of solemnity and thought as hundreds of people gathered to lay wreaths as part of the activities marking the seventh anniversary of his death .
Among the members of this group, dressed in white and black clothing, were members of the family of the late Speaker of Parliament, members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), supporters, former members of the government, and members of the group. public.
Wreath laying
The first wreath was filed by NDC National President, Mr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, on behalf of former President John Dramani Mahama.
NDC Secretary General Johnson Asiedu Nketiah has tabled one on behalf of the NDC, while three more crowns have been laid by the family and friends of the late president and sports fraternity.
Recognition
In a speech on his behalf, Mahama congratulated the late president, saying that Ghana owed him all his gratitude for his commitment, dedication and selfless service to the nation.
He said the commitment of the late president for peace in the country was a unique attribute that earned him the title "Asomdweehene".
Mahama urged Ghanaians to reflect on Professor Mills' hard work and principles and strive to respect them.
This, he said, is important because the country is immersed in an era "where its commitment as a nation for equity and transparency of governance falters".
He pledged CND support for the proper maintenance of Asomdwee Park to preserve the legacy of the late Prof Mills, who, he said, served his homeland diligently.
Forosu Ampofo said the party was also putting in place appropriate measures to make the Atta Mills Memorial Library in Cape Coast, Central Region, fully functional.
Memories
Professor Kwamena Ahwoi, an NDC alumna, said that he had kept excellent memories. He describes him as a visionary leader whose calm and composed attitude was his main badet.
"Many people described the late president as a reluctant politician, but he was the kind of leader the country needed," he said.
Ms. Sherry Ayitey, a former minister of state, also praised the late Professor Mills for his distinct political ideology, based on the fact that power belongs to the people.
"In conforming to this ideology, Professor Mills did everything possible to meet the demands of those whom he served," she added, saying that her political career had been a success.
Context
On July 24, 2012, shockwaves crossed the country when the news was reported that Professor Mills, aged three years and six months after his four-year term, had died at the Military Hospital.
His remains were buried at Asomdwee Park, near Christianborg Castle in Osu, Accra.
The park would eventually have been ruined and this has caused concern, especially the family of the late president, who has threatened to exhume the remains to reinvest in his hometown, Otuam , in the central region.
At the ceremony yesterday, however, the Daily Graphic found that rehabilitation work had been done on the park, which had been painted and weeds had been removed.
The place had also been kept clean and tidy.
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