NPP Greets Kufuor  

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has saluted former President John Agyekum Kufuor on the occasion of his 76th birthday, describing him as a 'pillar of stability' within the party.

In statement signed by Nana Akomea, Director of Communications, the party wished the former president a happy birthday. It underscored, 'We are very proud of your leadership of our party and our nation, especially from 2001 to 2008.'

Outlining some of the achievements of the former president during his tenure, the NPP mentioned the introduction of the health insurance scheme, the capitation grant and free maternal healthcare.

The party said, 'You introduced far-reaching social policies which have irreversibly advanced the progress of this country and its people.

'You decriminalised free speech; you introduced the seminal and unprecedented Health Insurance system in our country; you introduced capitation grant, school feeding, free maternal health care and Metro Mass Transport'.

It continued, 'You stabilised the Cedi and supervised the discovery of the almighty Oil in commercial quantities for our country. You supervised the elections of 2008 and smooth transfer of power, the second only time in the Fourth Republic.

'After your retirement from the presidency, you have received and continue to receive many international awards and recognition, thus bringing more glory to our country. You remain a pillar of stability not only in our party, but in our country and our continent.'

The NPP prayed for God to grant the former president more years and blessings.

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By Cephas Larbi