Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as “a true icon whose legacy will forever inspire generations of Ghanaian women.”
In a statement issued on Friday, the Vice President praised Mrs Agyeman-Rawlings for her outstanding service to Ghana, her dedication to women’s empowerment, and her unwavering commitment to national development.
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“She will be remembered for her lifelong dedication to the service of Ghana and the empowerment of women.
My deepest condolences go to her children and the entire Agyeman-Rawlings family. I wish her a peaceful rest.”
By Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, Vice President
The family of the late former First Lady confirmed her passing in the early hours of Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, aged 76, was Ghana’s longest-serving First Lady and founder of the 31st December Women’s Movement, a transformative organisation that advanced women’s rights and community development across the nation.
