The Rawlings Foundation and the Rawlings Family have marked the fourth anniversary of the passing of former President Jerry John Rawlings.
A joint statement issued by The Rawlings Foundation and the JJ Rawlings Family, said Tuesday, November 12, marks the fourth anniversary of the passing of President Rawlings.
“We commemorate the fourth anniversary of the loss of the former President, who was a dedicated husband, father, uncle, grandfather and friend to millions in Ghana and across the world.”
It said Flight Lieutenant Jerry John Rawlings was a warm soul who dedicated his whole life to people.
It noted that he was an example of African patriotic leadership committed to freedom, justice and accountability for the ordinary man and woman.
It reiterated that he emphasised Africa’s need for leaders and Governments that are genuinely committed to serving their people.
“As we reflect on his legacy, we recognise the profound impact JJ Rawlings has had on Ghana’s socio-economic recovery, her growth and development,” it said
“Duty-bound to the cause of social justice throughout his life, Jerry John Rawlings has indeed left an indelible mark in Ghana, and Africa.”
The statement said former President Rawlings’ courage to stand against injustice, and his strength to stand against the exploitation of our human and natural resources continues to be an inspiration on the continent of Africa.
It said former President Rawlings emerged onto Ghana’s political landscape in 1979 at a time when Ghana was facing socio-economic decline.
The statement said as a young Air Force fighter pilot, leading a nation in crises, former President Rawlings understood the need to ‘lead from the front,’ inspiring a new political awakening among Ghanaians.
It said former President Rawlings, remains the longest serving leader of Ghana.
Flt Lt Jerry John Rawlings was the Head of State of Ghana between June and September 1979, as Chairman of the Armed Forces Revolutionary Council (AFRC), Chairman of the Provisional National Defence Council (PNDC) from December 1981 to January 1992 and elected First President of the Fourth Republic from 1992 to January 2001.
He is the Founder of the National Democratic Congress.
The statement said former President Rawlings remains The People’s Man: “A leader who gave his life willingly in service to the ordinary people”.
