“My Father Saw Ghana First. It Was Ghana Before His Family” – Dr. Zanetor Agyemang-Rawlings

According to a report by GTV Ghana on Tuesday October 13, 2026, Dr. Zanetor Agyemang-Rawlings, Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, has spoken about her father’s commitment to Ghana, stating that the country always came first before his family.

Dr. Zanetor made the statement while reflecting on the values and principles that guided her father, the late former President Jerry John Rawlings.

She said her father placed the interests of Ghana above his personal and family interests. Her remarks highlight the level of commitment he had towards the country during his political career and leadership.

“My father saw Ghana first. In fact, it was Ghana before his family,” she said.

The statement reflects how Dr. Zanetor remembers her father’s dedication to national service. Jerry John Rawlings played a major role in Ghana’s political history. He first came to power in 1979 and later led the country from 1981 until 2001, when he handed over power to an elected government.

During his time in office, Rawlings presented himself as a leader committed to national development, discipline and the welfare of ordinary Ghanaians. His leadership also remains a subject of public discussion, with supporters and critics holding different views about his legacy.

Dr. Zanetor’s comments offer a personal perspective on the sacrifices her father made in the course of his public service. Her statement suggests that his responsibilities as a national leader often took priority over his role within the family.

As a public official herself, Dr. Zanetor continues to serve in government, carrying forward her own political and public service responsibilities.

Her remarks are likely to renew conversations about Jerry John Rawlings’ legacy and the demands of leadership. They also raise questions about the sacrifices public officials make and whether putting national interests first should remain a guiding principle for those entrusted with the responsibility of leading Ghana.

Ultimately, Dr. Zanetor’s statement presents her father as a man whose commitment to Ghana came before his personal and family life.

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