He was a father to all – John Mahama praises Professor Atta Mills at the 9th wreath laying ceremony

On the ninth anniversary of the death of the late President John Evans Atta Mills, former President John Mahama celebrates the achievements and exemplary life of this man.

Speaking at the ninth wreath-laying ceremony for Professor Atta-Mills, John Mahama described the late president as a humble achiever, saying he was very interested in improving the socio-economic situation of Ghanaians.

Mr. Mahama explained that Professor Mills wanted people to live in dignity and prosperity, regardless of their country of origin or where they belong.

“Yes, he was a father for all! That was not all. Every sector of our national life, including education and health, has benefited from massive impetus and growth, especially through investments in socio-economic infrastructure and human resource development.

“Yet being the humble achiever that he was, the professor, in tandem with the tradition of the NDC, got no satisfaction or desire to brag about his unparalleled economic statistics, while his work was there to talk. for him, “he said. noted.

On July 24, 2012, Atta Mills passed away after reigning for nearly three years.

A statement from his office said the 68-year-old man died hours after falling ill, but did not give details.

John Mahama during his speech said he didn’t just lose a superior [he was serving as Vice President] this Tuesday afternoon, the news broke but also a friend and a mentor.

He added that Africa has lost an exemplary illustrious son, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has lost a torchbearer.

“Nine years have passed, but every time we celebrate the anniversary of his departure, we are reminded of the values ​​and principles he advocated and advocated: leadership of service, compassion, integrity, of humility, sacrifice and unity.

Mr. Mahama urged NDC members and Ghanaians to be guided by the values ​​of truth, humility, transparency and accountability exemplified by Prof Mills.

“Centuries come and go, and monuments will go up and down, but your name and memory, professor, will last through the ages,” he added.