The Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, and his family will this weekend commemorate the first anniversary of the passing of his beloved mother, Madam Patience Commodore, who died in 2024.

Born in 1953, Madam Patience Commodore was widely admired for her warmth, generosity, and unwavering dedication to her family and community. Her family has described her as truly irreplaceable.

According to an official invitation extended to friends, sympathisers, dignitaries, and well-wishers, the commemoration will take place under the theme “No One Can Replace You”. A memorial service and unveiling of her tombstone will be held on Saturday, 28th June 2025. at the Osu Cemetery, followed by a private family gathering.

The remembrance will continue on Sunday, 29th June 2025, with an all-white Thanksgiving service at Solid Rock Chapel International, held in honour of Madam Commodore’s life and legacy. This will be followed by an all-white reception at the Mayor’s residence at Ridge.

In a heartfelt tribute, Mayor Allotey described his late mother as a pillar of strength, a symbol of humility, a devout woman of faith, and a constant source of encouragement in both his personal and professional life. He added that her prayers and sacrifices laid the foundation for all the successes he and his siblings enjoy today.