“In her compassion, we saw hope” – Family pays tribute to Nana Konadu
The Aboatia Family of Mpobi has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, celebrating her as a bold and visionary daughter whose life’s work transformed generations and advanced the rights of women and children.
The tribute was delivered on Friday, November 28, during a solemn farewell ceremony at Independence Square, where dignitaries, relatives, and mourners gathered to honour her legacy.
In their statement, the family praised Nana Konadu for breaking barriers and elevating the family’s name “to places of honour both locally and internationally.” They highlighted how her public service embodied the biblical charge to stand up for the voiceless and defend the vulnerable.
According to the Aboatia Family, her commitment to empowering women and children remains a “living testimony” of her purpose-driven life. “In her strength we saw purpose; in her compassion we saw hope,” they shared, capturing the depth of her influence.
They added that although she is no longer physically present, the legacy she leaves behind continues to shape lives and inspire future generations. They described her as their “role model, their Yaa Asantewaa,” expressing profound pride in the path she paved for those who come after her.
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