The family of the late former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings, has formally informed the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, of her passing during a visit to the Manhyia Palace on Monday, November 3, 2025.
Nana Konadu passed away on October 23, 2025, at the Ridge Hospital in Accra. A one-week observance was held on October 30, drawing family, friends, and dignitaries to honour her life and legacy.
During the visit, the Asantehene expressed deep sorrow over her death and extended his condolences to the Rawlings family. He assured them of his full support toward the organisation of her funeral rites.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II also praised the late former First Lady for her outstanding service to Ghana and her lifelong commitment to empowering women through the 31st December Women’s Movement.
Nana Konadu, wife of the late former President Jerry John Rawlings, is remembered as a trailblazer for women’s rights and a strong advocate for social and national development.