Former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Pope Francis, expressing his deep grief over the Pope’s passing.
Dr. Bawumia described the late Pope in a statement as “a man of unwavering peace and compassion” who lived a life of inclusiveness and humility.
“When I visited him a year ago, he left such a remarkable impression on me as one whose true essence and outlook on life was to live pure and right,” Dr. Bawumia wrote, recalling his encounter with the Pope.
The former Vice President praised Pope Francis’s legacy, saying, “May his legacy inspire us as we continue to pursue our individual mandates on earth.”
Dr. Bawumia extended his sincerest condolences to the Catholic community in Ghana and worldwide.
“I join the Catholic community in Ghana and worldwide to mourn this huge loss.”
Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy of reform and a renewed focus on compassion and inclusivity within the Catholic Church.
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