Inhabitants of Ejuratia in the Afigya Kwabre South District of the Ashanti Region, the birthplace of the late Akua Donkor, leader of the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP), are in mourning following the news of her death.
Sympathizers are flocking to the family home of the late presidential candidate to offer their condolences and support to the grieving family.
Her passing has become a focal point of discussion, with many sharing memories of the development she brought to the area during her time as an Assembly Member.
Residents, including Akua Donkor’s daughter, Ama Serwaa Bonsu, are calling for the state to grant her a state burial.
They are also advocating for recognition of her contributions to empowering young people, particularly girls.
“My mother contributed significantly to the development of Ghana, she has really impacted several communities and lives. I will always remember her anytime I bump into politicians. She embarked on several developmental projects, and we have an asphalt road at Ejuratia because of my mother.
“She took family land of 25 acres for the construction of the road, she also constructed a bus station, and she also refurbished the school in Ejuratia.
“In Abrade, she also provided water, and energy and built a school, and in Hemang, she built a market, and a toilet facility at the police station at Mamponteng.
“She provided the seats at the Mamponteng court. She accomplished so many things for the communities. I’m calling on the state to honour her by giving her a state burial for her.”
