Politician John Agyekum Kufuor who became Ghana's president from 2001 to 2009 is a year older as he turns 83 today.
Ghanaians on social media have expressed their gratitude for his leadership and showered well-wishes on him for his contribution to the development of the country.
They prayed for good health and long life for the former leader popularly known as "Gentle Giant" with many describing his legacy as unmatched.
Among those who have celebrated former President Kufuor is Information Minister, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah.
"Sir, we celebrate you for your service to your country. Chop cake," the Information Minister tweeted.
Happy Birthday H.E John Agyekum Kufuor, former President of the Republic of Ghana.
— Kojo Oppong Nkrumah (@konkrumah) December 8, 2021
Sir, we celebrate you for your service to your country.
Chop cake. pic.twitter.com/hcuuUdyC9b
Below are some wishes on Twitter:
A Very Happy Birthday to V. W. Bro. H. E. J. A. Kuffour @JohnAKufuor! A Consummate Gentleman Adorned with Lambskins Apron White and gems of fellowship. Your shadow will never grow less, SMIB! pic.twitter.com/TafNzltgSp
— Etwienana Yaw Amaniampong Nkwantabisa II (@theakyemmafia) December 8, 2021
Glorious birthday to the gentle giant His Excellency John Agyekum Kuffour. God bless him richly. Amen 🙏🏾🎂🔥♥️
— Nänã👑👉🏾👽👈🏾 (@alcantara_san) December 8, 2021
@JohnAKufuor Happy birthday President Kuffour. I pray our heavenly father continues to shower his blessings upon your life, grandpa. We love you! pic.twitter.com/jJC8DDmLgR
— Bosshood Donkor (@NsemHa) December 8, 2021
We ain’t perfect but this fine gentle man ex president JA KUFFOUR IS THE BEST PRESIDENT EVER 🙏😎😎😎happy birthday dad age gracefully.
— Nana Freduah Agyemang Jantuah (@freduah_jantuah) December 8, 2021
Long life and good health.
ATTA MILLS TRIED HARDER , MAHAMA DID HIS BEST AND AKUFFO IS TRYING BUT NONE CAN BE COMPARED TO WHAT YOU LEFT . pic.twitter.com/DQZyIxELyi
Happy birthday to former president John Agyekum Kuffour, may God bless you with long life and good health. We are proud of you. pic.twitter.com/sfqHlo4v3J
— Bawunomics_GH (@bawunomics) December 8, 2021
Happy birthday Daddy! The first class former President who has continuously exhibited statesmanship since his exit from the Presidency. May Allah bless your new age JAK.
H.E John Agyekum Kuffour @TheTPatriots pic.twitter.com/oFOrcXJPEr— Gen.Mohammad Buhari🇬🇭 (@Gen_Buhari_) December 8, 2021
Happy Birthday Fmr. President John Agyekum Kuffour (Gentle Jack), age with grace and strength. Forever a Legend ❤️ pic.twitter.com/mwhQeTRPyd
— Gbekiti🔥 (@Big_JaYGH) December 8, 2021
I clearly remember Kuffour's time, now we all say Kuffour is the best so far in the fourth republic
— VirginBreaker🇬🇭🇬🇭 (@daPimpong) December 7, 2021
Happy 83rd birthday to HE John Agyekum Kuffour. God bless you wherever you're Daddy ❤ pic.twitter.com/i6TCeH0SLV
— Prince Field ☣ (@PrinxField) December 8, 2021
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