Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings was 'a towering figure in Ghana’s political, social history'- NPP

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a towering figure in Ghana’s political and social history.

In a statement signed by the party’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, the NPP paid glowing tribute to the late First Lady for her lifelong dedication to women’s empowerment, children’s welfare, and social justice.

The party hailed Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings, founder of the 31st December Women’s Movement and Ghana’s longest-serving First Lady, as “an epitome of the strength and resilience of Ghanaian women, particularly in political leadership and socio-economic empowerment.”

Her tireless advocacy, the statement noted, contributed to landmark legislative and constitutional reforms, including the Intestate Succession Law (PNDCL 111), which secured inheritance rights for women and children, and the inclusion of gender equality provisions in Ghana’s 1992 Constitution.

“The former First Lady is a perfect example of a true woman who was resolute in the fight for women’s emancipation,” the party stated.

The NPP described her passing as a national loss, noting that Ghana had lost not only a political icon but also a source of inspiration for future generations.

“The NPP extends its heartfelt condolences to her immediate family and commiserates with the rest of the nation for the painful loss of this illustrious citizen,” the statement added.