By DAVID IORJA, Abuja –
President Muhammadu Buhari has sent heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Ghana over the passing of the country’s former President, Jerry Rawlings.
The former Ghanaian President died on Thursday at the age of 73.
Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, in a statement, said President Buhari, in his condolence message, affirmed that the entire African continent would sorely miss the sterling qualities of the great leader.
President Buhari believed the passion, discipline and moral strength that the former Ghanaian leader employed to reposition his country over many years continue to reverberate across the continent and beyond.
He noted, with commendation, the unique role the former President played in strengthening political institutions in his country and Africa, stimulating the economy for sustainable growth, and vociferously championing the African cause by urging many leaders to work towards interdependency on the global stage, especially in areas of competitive advantage.
President Buhari joined family, friends and associates of the former Ghanaian leader in mourning his departure, assuring that the ideas that Rawlings postulated, particularly for development in Africa, and his sacrifices in working in various countries as an envoy for peace and democracy will always be remembered.
The President prayed that the almighty God would grant the Ghanaian leader eternal rest, and comfort all his loved ones.
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