The Family of the late Jerry John Rawlings, first president of the fourth republic, has remembered the former head of state, four years on after his demise.
In a statement, the family described him as an example of African patriotic leadership committed to freedom, justice and accountability for the ordinary man and woman. The family and his foundation also described him as a man who was Duty-bound to the cause of social justice throughout his life, Jerry John Rawlings has indeed left an indelible mark in Ghana, and Africa.
As the family remembered the “boom boom” man, and also reflect on his legacy, they recognized the profound impact JJ Rawlings has had on Ghana’s socio-economic recovery, her growth and development. According to them his emphasis on Africa’s need for leaders and Governments that are genuinely committed to serving their people, can never be overlooked.
He was Head of State between June and September 1979 as Chairman of the Armed Forces Revolutionary Council (AFRC), Chairman of the PNDC from December 1981 to January 1992 and elected First President of the Fourth Republic from 1992 to January 2001.
He remains the longest serving leader in the history of Ghana.
