The First Lady, Mrs. Rebecca Akufo-Addo, has said she is looking forward to the day Ghana will have its first female president.
According to her, women have demonstrated their ability and capability to lead over the years, and it was time for the country to have a female president.
She said she desired to see a woman hold the highest office in the country.
“I have a dream that one day there will be a woman president in Ghana. And the title, Madam President, will be as easy as Mr. President,” she remarked.
She dedicated her honorary doctorate to the women and children of Ghana, emphasising her commitment to philanthropy focused on improving the lives of those in need, especially women and children.
She also expressed gratitude to her husband, President Nana Akufo-Addo, for his unwavering support and mentorship.
She acknowledged the challenges and triumphs of her journey, highlighting her collaborative success with her husband.
She said this at a ceremony where the University of Professional Studies, Accra, conferred an honorary doctorate degree on her and two other distinguished Ghanaian women for their contributions to the development of society.
The First Lady, Mrs Rebecca Akufo-Addo, former Speaker of Parliament, Mrs Joyce Bamford Addo, and former Chief Justice Georgina Theodora Wood were honoured at the 5th Session of the 15th Congregation of the University of Professional Studies, Accra, held on Tuesday, December 12.
President Akufo-Addo was the special guest of honour.
The three women were recognised for achieving various firsts, as women, in their lives.
Professor Abednego Amartey, Vice-Chancellor said their contributions to the Ghanaian society and beyond have been nothing short of extraordinary.
“This is the first in history, that UPSA will be honouring three accomplished females at the same event. These are Her Excellency Mrs. Rebecca Akufo-Addo, (First lady, Founder and first CEO of the Rebecca Foundation); Rt. Hon. Justice Joyce Bamford-Addo (First female Speaker of Parliament and the only female Speaker of Parliament to date, and first female Justice of the Supreme Court of Ghana); and Her Ladyship Justice Georgina Theodora Wood (First female Chief Justice in Ghana).”
“Your Excellency, may I take a moment to reflect on the significance of today’s honorary doctorate awards. Honorary degrees are not merely symbols of recognition; they are testaments to a lifetime of dedication, passion, and impact. Our honourees today, come from diverse fields, each contributing in their unique way to the betterment of our society. Today, we will acknowledge these individuals who have exemplified excellence, innovation and service to humanity, becoming symbols of inspiration for generations to come. From ground-breaking achievements in Social Development, Law and Politics to profound contributions in the public service, their impact resonates far beyond imagination.
He went on to describe them as great professionals who have demonstrated a commitment to humanitarian causes, engaged in significant philanthropy and whose exceptional contributions have left indelible marks on their field and society at large.
“Their journeys are a testament to the power of breaking moulds, defying expectations, and creating new paths for others to follow. In conferring this honorary doctorate awards, we do not only recognize their significant accomplishments but also acknowledge their role as a source of inspiration to our academic community,” he said.
By: Rashid Obodai Provencal/Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
