I’ve lost a friend and a strong supporter – Bawumia eulogises John Kumah

Bawumia eulogises John Kumah

Vice President and 2024 flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has paid a glowing tribute to the late Deputy Finance Minister, Dr. John Ampontuah Kumah, at his burial service on Saturday, May 18, at Ejisu in the Ashanti Region. Dr. Bawumia highlighted Dr. Kumah’s selflessness, kind heart, and intellectual brilliance, describing him as a man blessed with a good heart.

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The Vice President expressed the nation’s devastation at the news of Dr. Kumah’s passing, noting the shock and sorrow felt across the country at the loss of such a dedicated and passionate politician. “He was renowned for his selflessness, intellectual brilliance, and warm personality, a man blessed with a good heart. His departure has left a void, and this grief is beyond consolation. Nature has dealt us a cruel blow, taking John away in his prime,” he said.

Dr. Bawumia reflected on Dr. Kumah’s contributions, remarking on his remarkable legacy and achievements despite his short life. “Indeed, we have lost a dedicated public servant. I have lost a friend and a strong supporter. We appeal and pray to the good Lord to keep John in his bosom,” he added.

The Vice President acknowledged the collective mourning and shock among Ghanaians but found solace in Mr. Kumah’s enduring legacy. He praised Dr. Kumah’s political journey, which went beyond a mere career, describing him as an astute legislator and principled politician. “His journey in Ghanaian politics transcended mere career. He was an astute legislator and a principled politician, whose dedication to advocacy and profound empathy for citizens, particularly his constituents, made him a beacon of hope and a man of the people,” Dr. Bawumia said.

Dr. Bawumia’s tribute highlighted Dr. Kumah’s commitment to public service, his passion for his work, and his dedication to the people of Ghana. He remembered Dr. Kumah as a man who always put the needs of others before his own, a man who was loved and respected by all who knew him.

The Vice President’s words were a fitting tribute to a man who had given so much to his country and his people. Dr. Kumah’s legacy will live on through the many lives he touched, and his memory will continue to inspire and motivate others to follow in his footsteps.

Dr. Bawumia’s tribute also highlighted the impact of Dr. Kumah’s work on the people of Ghana, particularly in the Ashanti Region, where he served as a Member of Parliament. He noted how Dr. Kumah’s dedication to his constituents and his passion for development had made a significant difference in the lives of many.

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In conclusion, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s tribute to Dr. John Ampontuah Kumah was a heartfelt and glowing tribute to a remarkable man who left a lasting legacy. His absence may have left a void, but his memory will continue to inspire and motivate those who knew him. His legacy will live on through his family and the many lives he touched, and his impact on their lives and the lives of many others will never be forgotten.

The tribute was a fitting farewell to a life well-lived, and a reminder of the impact that one person can have on the lives of many. Dr. Kumah’s legacy will continue to inspire and motivate others, and his memory will live on through the many lives he touched.

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