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NDC USA Remembers The Late President Mills In A Tribute

By NDC USA
Diaspora (USA) NDC USA Remembers The Late President Mills In A Tribute
JUL 24, 2015 LISTEN

NDC USA remembers that fateful day on July 24, 2012 when Ghana our beloved country has lost a hero, a President, a son and a father of great nation. In a life filled with trials, President Mills never gave in to self-pity or despair. He maintained his optimistic spirit, his sense of humor, and his faith in God and his fellow citizens. He loved his family and his country dearly and he served them until the end.

He was unwavering in his principles and yet open-hearted to those who disagreed with him. He is indeed an inspiration. He never gave up and had a fiery zest for his political views yet, always tempered by bipartisan pragmatism. His ability to talk to people of all philosophical persuasions is responsible for the peace and tranquility that prevail in the country till today. He was incredibly strong and effective and had deep respect for everyone that worked with him. His love for the little guy and his affection for the underdog influenced everything he stood for.

The late President was a champion of human rights . As President Obama put it “He was also a strong advocate for human rights and for the fair treatment of all Ghanaians.” His unyielding dedication to equality, justice and improving the lives of his fellow citizens was unmatched and his loss is immeasurable. His spirit will continue to lift the hearts of all who seek fairness and compassion in our nation Ghana. He championed civil rights and worked to expand the rights of all Ghanaians .

The best tribute we could pay him is a renewed vigor in the fight to see his dreams realized, by continuing his life’s work and also honor his extraordinary legacy. His voice roared as he battled for the poor and the victims of injustice yet he had a smile that could light a room, a laugh that would draw a crowd and a heart always ready to share your sorrow. Ghana was blessed to have the gift of the late President Mills and we were blessed to count him as one of our Presidents.

His fight for quality education for all children, affordable health care that families can rely on, an economy that works for everyone and equal rights for all our fellow Ghanaians have endeared him to many.

Under his Better Ghana Agenda the economy of Ghana grew in the midst of challenging global economic downturn. Under his leadership Ghana’s strong tradition of democracy was strengthened.

It was President Mills’desire to have every Ghanaian enjoy quality education. To continue his legacy, His Excellency President John Mahama has embarked on a serious campaign to provide quality and affordable education for all Ghanaians at all levels. Several classroom structures have been constructed, providing accommodation for hundreds of pupils who now benefit from a full day classroom teaching. Contracts for the construction 200 new Senior Secondary schools is underway.

Under his leadership of late President Mills, the United States and Ghana deepened their partnership in the promotion of good governance and economic and social development. His extraordinary life on this earth has come to an end but his good deeds will continue to linger on the minds of Ghanaians up to generations yet unborn. His extraordinary good that he did lives on.

For his family, he was a guardian. For Ghana, he was the defender of a dream. We are deeply saddened and will continue to honor his legacy.

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