National Democratic Congress Celebrates Founder's Birthday, Calls for Reinforcing National Values

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The National Democratic Congress (NDC) marked the 78th birthday of its founder, former President Jerry John Rawlings, with a grand ceremony in Accra. National Chairman Mr. Johnson Asiedu Nketia emphasized the importance of reflecting on the values espoused by Rawlings, including probity and accountability, positive defiance, and democracy. He called for a national debate to define the nation's values, which he believes are currently lacking.

Key Takeaways:

  • The NDC celebrates the 78th birthday of its founder, former President Jerry John Rawlings, with a grand ceremony in Accra.
  • National Chairman Mr. Johnson Asiedu Nketia emphasizes the importance of reflecting on the values espoused by Rawlings, including probity and accountability, positive defiance, and democracy.
  • Nketia calls for a national debate to define the nation's values, which he believes are currently lacking.
  • He stresses the need for Ghanaians to judge their leadership and citizens based on adherence to national values.
  • Nketia touts Rawlings' democratic credentials, stating that he committed himself to collecting views from all concerned before making a decision.
  • The Party Chairman prays for the nation to inculcate timeliness and punctuality in their citizenry.
  • NDC General Secretary Mr. Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey describes Rawlings as born for a great purpose and a beacon of hope for the Ghanaian people.

Statistics:

  • 78: the age of former President Jerry John Rawlings in 2025.
  • 2024: the year the NDC went into an election with the clarion call of resetting Ghana.
  • 1992: the year the 1992 constitution, which enshrined the establishment of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies, came into effect.

Sources:

  • Ghana News Agency, "NDC holds grand ceremony to commemorate Rawlings' birthday" (24 Jun 2025)
  • Office of former President Rawlings, statement issued to the Ghana News Agency.