Ghanaian rapper Okyeame Kwame, known in private life as Kwame Nsiah-Apau, has shared a personal tribute to Ghana’s former first lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, following her death.
The reflection came after a visit to the Rawlings family, where the musician struggled to find words that could comfort them in their grief.
“My father died a long time ago, and I still cry sometimes because I miss him dearly. My mother is still alive, but I know that no amount of meditation and mindfulness can prepare me for her departure,” he wrote.
Kwame described Nana Konadu as a woman whose life radiated strength and joy. “Awww awww ohhhhh Mrs. Agyemang Konadu was so strong. She was so full of life and smiles. She was that example I could point to when I was telling young girls to see the potential in men instead of their cash and power. She was a powerhouse of strength, patience, and dedication,” he said.
He added that the late first lady had been a personal inspiration, describing her as a “mum and motivator.” The rapper recounted a poignant moment with Nana Konadu’s youngest daughter, who referred to him affectionately as “Mummy’s other son,” a gesture that brought him to tears.
Okyeame Kwame also revealed plans to channel his grief into music. “I will put my pain in a song for such a great woman. Da yie!” he wrote, hinting at a heartfelt tribute that will celebrate the legacy of a remarkable figure in Ghanaian life and politics.
Many people have paid tributes to Nana Konadu following her death on Thursday, October 23, at Ridge Hospital in Accra.
See Okyeame Kwame’s post below.
