Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has paid glowing tribute to the late Vice President, Alhaji Aliu Mahama, describing him as generous, hospitable, and a man of integrity who served as a strong pillar for both the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the nation.
Sharing fond memories, he recounted how the former Vice President’s home often became a haven for relaxation after long and intense political campaigns.
Speaking at the 13th Commemorative Adu’a held in honour of the late Aliu Mahama, former President Akufo-Addo described his passing on November 16, 2012, at age 66, as painfully sudden.
“He was a most generous and hospitable host. This was a very honourable and respectable man. A man of great integrity who worked very hard for our country. His death continues to be a matter of profound sadness to me. He went far too early, and that is the way of God,” he said.
Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia also eulogised Aliu Mahama, reflecting on the fatherly guidance and support he offered him.
“He used to visit my late father quite often when he was in the university studying engineering. He came home often, and then later on he was the Managing Director of State Construction Corporation in Tamale, and I used to look forward to his visits where he will come and pay courtesy calls on my father. The reason was that he will not leave without giving some money,” he stated.
