The family of the late former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings has opened a book of condolence at her Ridge residence in Accra.
The book of condolence has been opened to the public, government officials and dignitaries to express sympathy, share memories, and offer comfort to the grieving family.
Mrs Rawlings died on Thursday morning, October 23, 2025, after a short illness. She was 76 years old.
On Friday, October 24 state officials, former government appointees, loved ones and relatives trooped in to her residence to offer sympathy and grief with the family.
TV3’s reporter stationed at the residence of the former First Lady reports that renowned lawyer, Nana Ato Dadzie, Chief of staff, Julius Debrah and Second Vice Chairman of NDC, Harry Zakour have all visited the residence to offer sympathy to the family.
An NPP delegation led by former Defence Minister, Dominic Nitiwul have visited the residence to console with the family. Former Interior Minister, Ambrose Dery and former Finance Minister, Dr. Kwabena Duffuor have also arrived at the Ridge residence.
Former President, Nana Akufo-Addo and wife, Rebecca Akufo-Addo together with former Chief of Staff, Frema Opare are also present at the residence to extend their condolences to the Rawlings family.
Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama has declared three days of national mourning following the death of Former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings.
The three-day national mourning commences from today, Friday, October 24 to Sunday 26 October 2025.
This was announced in a statement issued on Friday, October 24 and signed by the Presidential Spokesperson and Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu.
The President has also directed that during this period, all national flags shall fly at half-mast at all public buildings, diplomatic missions, and government installations throughout the country and abroad.
This is in honour of her memory and in recognition of her distinguished service to our nation.
“Mrs Agyeman-Rawlings served Ghana with dedication and commitment, particularly in women’s empowerment, child welfare, and social development.
“The Government extends its deepest condolences to the family, her children, and all who mourn this irreplaceable loss. May her soul rest in perfect peace,” the statement concluded.
