Akua Donkor, founder and leader of the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP), has passed away.
She died on October 28 at the Ridge Hospital in Accra, though the cause of death remains unconfirmed.
Akua Donkor’s political journey began as the Assemblywoman for Herman, where she gained recognition for her bold political ambitions. In 2012, she made her first bid for the presidency as an independent candidate but was disqualified by the Electoral Commission on eligibility grounds. Unfazed, she lent her support to Papa Kwesi Nduom of the Progressive People’s Party (PPP) that same year.
Her presidential aspirations faced further setbacks in 2016 when a fire destroyed the GFP headquarters in Kabu, Eastern Region, again affecting her eligibility and resulting in her disqualification.
Following news of her passing, tributes have poured in from across the nation, honouring her dedication to Ghanaian politics.
RIP Akua Donkor 😔 pic.twitter.com/3BbHGdg9Ww https://t.co/7ZruOesY59
— Anninor (@dawgdeyfool) October 29, 2024
With her passing, the GFP must now select a new flagbearer if the party intends to participate in the upcoming elections.
