Former President John Mahama has paid glowing tribute to late award-winning author and poet Professor Ama Ataa Aidoo, at the State House.
The 2024 flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) together with his 2020 running mate, Prof Naana Jane Opoku Agyemang, eulogised her for her service to the nation, Africa and the world.
Accompanying Mr Mahama were Julius Debrah, former Chief of Staff; Ho Central MP, Kofi Attoh, and former Sports Minister Elvis Afriyie Ankrah.
The solemn occasion was a poignant reminder of the profound impact that the illustrious Prof. Aidoo had on the literary world and beyond.
The dignitaries paid their respects and offered their condolences to the grieving family, honouring the life and legacy of the revered scholar.
The former President said the late Ama Ata Aidoo encouraged him to write again after his first book.
Speaking at the funeral service of the writer and poet, Mr Mahama shared some remarkable memories of her and commended her role in the empowerment of women.
“She is one of our most prolific writers, we have all known her as kids growing up, my closest encounter with her was when I published ‘My First Coup d’état’ book.”
“She came for the launch and encouraged me to write again, but I have not been able to do so.”
“I was very sad at her passing…she was a very strong character and stood for women’s rights,” Mr Mahama stated.
Ama Ata Aidoo passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, aged 81.
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