Ghana’s former President Jerry John Rawlings is 64 today. And in a marked departure from the recent past when family and friends have been around to celebrate with the traditional cake cutting, bowls of scrumptious delicacies, bouquets of flowers and a stream of well-wishers from across the country and beyond, he is celebrating the day quietly in Caracas, Venezuela where he is a special guest at the Afro-descent Forum. Just after the clock struck midnight Ghana time, President Rawlings surprised many at his hotel when the lone piano sitting in a corner of the lobby struck some soulful notes. The now 64-year-old former Achimotan had not forgotten those difficult music lessons he endured at his Alma Mater. Hotel guests and other revelers turned to catch a rare glimpse of His Excellency Jerry John Rawlings strike his favourite Bright Lights, Big City lyrics by Jimmy Reed. Happy Birthday Papa! Source: Office of former President Rawlings