Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings was a former First Lady of Ghana
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that the late former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, will be accorded a state burial in honour of her immense contributions to national development, women’s empowerment, and public service.
He made this known during a visit to the Rawlings family house on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
“… I just want to now announce as president, that we shall give her a state burial,” he noted.
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President Mahama described her passing as sudden and deeply painful.
“The last time I saw her, she was her lively self, full of energy and passion for the causes she cared about. To hear of her passing within such a short period is truly heartbreaking,” he said.
Reflecting on her legacy, President Mahama praised Nana Konadu for her pioneering work through the 31st December Women’s Movement, which he said continues to impact lives across the country.
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“When you travel around the country, you see evidence of her work — oil palm extraction and production projects that continue to empower women and support families. Her efforts transformed livelihoods and gave dignity to women through economic independence,” he noted.
President Mahama, who was accompanied by the First Lady, Lordina Mahama; the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, and other government officials, also signed the book of condolence.
He extended the government’s condolences to the Rawlings family, assuring them of full state support in the funeral preparations.
“On behalf of the government and people of Ghana, I extend our deepest sympathy to the family,” he said.
Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the Ridge Hospital in Accra.
She was Ghana’s longest-serving First Lady and a leading advocate for women’s empowerment, child welfare, and social development.
Her passing has drawn widespread tributes from across the nation, with many celebrating her as a trailblazer whose influence helped shape Ghana’s political and social transformation.
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