Akufo-Addo, daughter build social centre in memory of late wife

The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, and daughter, Edwina Nana Dokua Akufo-Addo, have dedicated a Social Centre to honour the memory of his late wife, Eleanor Akosua Akufo-Addo.

The Centre which bears the name of the president’s late wife, stands as a testament to her legacy and the impacts she made during her lifetime.

The Eleanor Akosua Akufo-Addo Social Centre was built in Asante Mampong; her final resting place.

To commemorate three decades of her passing, the family organised the ceremony to mark her passing

Background

Following tradition, a 30th-anniversary event was held to honour her memory.

Madam Eleanor Akufo-Addo sadly departed on July 13, 1993, under undisclosed circumstances.

She shared a cherished bond with Akufo-Addo for many years, and together, they had a daughter; Edwina Nana Dokua Akufo-Addo.

The late Eleanor Akufo-Addo was a distinguished lawyer and held the esteemed position of being the first Ashanti Regional Manager of DHL. She hailed from the Botase Royal Family of Asante Mampong and was known for her beauty, elegance, gentleness, and courteous nature.

To commemorate her 30th anniversary, a special event took place at Asante Mampong, her final resting place.

The ceremony began with a wreath-laying ceremony at her grave site, followed by a brief anniversary service.

The highlight of the occasion was the unveiling and dedication of the Eleanor Akufo-Addo Memorial Social Centre, established in her honor. This centre stands as a testament to her legacy and the impact she made during her lifetime.

The commemoration of Madam Eleanor Akufo-Addo's 30th anniversary serves as a poignant reminder of her significant contributions and the enduring love she shared with President Nana Akufo-Addo.



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