Theresa Kufuor dies at 87

Theresa Kufuor, a former first lady, passed away at the age of 87.

According to sources close to the family of the former first lady stated that she died on Sunday, October 1 and that there will be an an official announcement of the tragic occurrence is on Monday, 2nd October 2023.

From January 7, 2001, to January 6, 2009, Mrs. Kufuor served as the First Lady of Ghana.

During her time as First Lady, she established the Mother to Child Community Development Foundation, which aimed to promote the healthy development of children and prevent the transmission of diseases from mothers to their offspring.

Theresa married John Kufuor when he was at age 23 after they met at a Republic Day Anniversary Dance in London in 1961.

They got married in 1962. She has five children with John Kufuor.

Mrs. Theresa Kufuor’s departure represents a sad chapter in Ghanaian history and the end of an era. Her never-ending efforts to better the lot of her fellow people, especially the weakest, are evidence of the enduring impact of service and compassion.

While Ghanaians laments the passing of a beloved person, it also honors the tenacious spirit of a lady whose legacy will continue to shine brilliantly in Ghanaians’ hearts and thoughts.

SOURCE: Coverghana.com.gh