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An unexpected incident occurred in Ghana‘s parliament on Friday, January 3, when President Akufo-Addo’s Aide-de-Camp (ADC) collapsed during a session while on duty.
Gists9ja reports that the ADC’s sudden collapse happened as President Akufo-Addo was delivering a speech outlining his administration’s policies and achievements over the past year.
In a video that quickly circulated online, the ADC was seen showing signs of distress before stumbling and falling to the floor. The alarming scene caused a moment of panic and concern among the members of parliament, who watched in shock as the ADC was promptly assisted and helped out of the chamber.
The cause of the collapse has yet to be officially revealed, but the incident undoubtedly raised concerns for his well-being.
Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has praised Ghana’s recent presidential election, urging other West African countries to take inspiration from the democratic process observed in the country.
In his remarks at the 66th Ordinary Session of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Authority of Heads of State and Government in Abuja, Tinubu highlighted the peaceful and transparent election, in which former President John Mahama was reelected to lead Ghana after defeating Vice President Mahamud Bawumia. Notably, Bawumia extended congratulations to Mahama even before the official results were declared, underscoring the spirit of sportsmanship and peaceful transition of power.
President Tinubu, in his opening speech, emphasized that the smooth conduct of Ghana’s election serves as a model for other nations in the region to emulate, promoting democratic values and stability. He also praised outgoing Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo, who is attending the ECOWAS session for the last time in his capacity as president, for overseeing the successful election process.
The incident with the ADC and the subsequent praise for Ghana’s election highlighted key moments of the ECOWAS summit, which serves as a platform for leaders in West Africa to discuss important regional issues and promote cooperation among member states. President Akufo-Addo’s final participation as Ghana’s leader marks the end of an era, with his leadership being recognized for contributing to both national progress and regional unity.
