Veep Opoku-Agyemang Pays Tribute to Late Namibian Leader Dr. Nujoma

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang attended the state funeral of Namibia’s founding President, Dr. Sam Nujoma, in Windhoek on March 4, 2025. She honored Dr. Nujoma’s legacy and expressed condolences on behalf of Ghana, emphasizing the profound loss felt across Africa due to his passing.

On March 4, 2025, Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang represented Ghana in a solemn farewell to Dr. Sam Shafishuna Nujoma, Namibia’s founding President, at his state funeral in Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia. Dr. Nujoma, who passed away on February 11, 2025, at the age of 95, was honored for his significant contributions to Namibia and the broader African continent.

In her tribute, Professor Opoku-Agyemang emphasized that Dr. Nujoma’s demise marked a tremendous loss not just for Namibia but for all of Africa. She described him as a visionary leader dedicated to the fight for Namibia’s independence and his efforts towards national development, which serve as a source of inspiration.

The Vice President remarked, “Dr. Nujoma’s legacy of resilience, patriotism, and Pan-Africanism will continue to guide generations,” as reported in a statement released by her office. On behalf of the Ghanaian government and its people, she conveyed sincere condolences to Dr. Nujoma’s family, the Namibian government, and the citizens of Namibia during this time of mourning.

In conclusion, Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang’s attendance at Dr. Nujoma’s state funeral highlights the enduring impact of his leadership on both Namibia and Africa as a whole. Her tribute reflects the loss felt across the continent and reiterates the values of resilience, patriotism, and Pan-Africanism that Dr. Nujoma championed throughout his life.

Original Source: gna.org.gh