Namesake of Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings Pays Tribute, Shares Memories of Her
- A namesake of the late Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings has shared fond memories and personal lessons she learnt
- She expressed deep sadness over the former First Lady, especially as it came three months after losing her own mother
- The namesake remembered Nana Konadu as a humble figure who inspired independent women and prized honesty
As the nation continues to mourn the passing of the late Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, a woman with the same name as the deceased has shared the poignant memories she had of her.
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In a video spotted by YEN.com.gh, the namesake, standing outside the private residence of the former First Lady near Ridge Hospital, Accra, was visibly emotional.
She disclosed that her father was the one who named her Cynthia Nana Konadu Koduah.
Nana Konadu's namesake speaks on her demise
According to her, Nana Konadu deeply impacted her life as a powerful figure who always inspired her and many other women to embrace their strength and capabilities.
Cynthia, however, clarified that they were not related by family. She expressed deep sadness over the news, which she claimed to have heard from the internet and her father.
She also explained that the loss was particularly devastating for her, as it came just three months after she had lost her own mother, stating the news had broken her.
She affectionately referred to Nana Konadu as her 'grandmother' and expressed sorrow over her passing, disclosing that she had planned to visit her the following week.
Cynthia highlighted two key principles she learnt from her grandmother: the importance of female independence, particularly in owning property so that 'a man doesn't have the final say', and a strong disdain for dishonesty and cheating.
She contrasted the public perception of Nana Konadu as a tough figure with her personal experience, describing her as a very humble person who valued good character.
The news was so devastating that she had to postpone her return to school.
Watch the video of Nana Konadu's namesake speaking below:
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During a conversation with YEN.com.gh, a Nigerian activist, Prince Olutoba shared his heartfelt tribute to the late Nana Konadu.
"I am sure JJ Rawlings would be happy to receive her home. I recall how her husband had a strong pan-Africanist stance, which helped Nigeria in a way. From some reports I heard, it could be the wife's strength that helped him with his stance against corruption in Ghana. Thanks to the Rawlings for publicly rebuking the Commonwealth in 1995 for interfering in Nigeria's internal affairs," he said.
President Mahama mourns Nana Konadu's passing
In a similar report, President John Mahama had also broken his silence on the passing of the former First Lady of Ghana.
In the trending video, President Mahama, speaking at the swearing-in of some justices, confirmed that the family of the late Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings had informed him of Nana Konadu's death.
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As seen in the video, the president appeared sad and spoke in a soft tone while expressing deep sorrow over her death.
A moment of silence was held in her honour as he bid her farewell.
Watch the video below:
Nana Konadu's family speaks after her demise
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that Oheneba Akwasi Abeyie, head of the late Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings' family, had confirmed her passing at Ridge Hospital in Accra.
He explained that she had fallen ill in the morning and was admitted to the hospital, where she unfortunately passed away. Abeyie also appealed for privacy for their family.
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Source: YEN.com.gh
