Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has returned home after undergoing medical treatment in London, receiving a warm reception from President John Dramani Mahama, government officials, and supporters.
Prof Opoku-Agyemang, who fell ill on March 28, was flown to the United Kingdom for further medical care.
She arrived in Accra on May 22, where she was welcomed by a delegation led by President Mahama, along with members of her family and the Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church.
Former Vice President and 2024 NPP presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, also extended his best wishes in a Facebook post.
“A warm welcome back home to Vice-President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang,” he wrote.
“Samira Bawumia and I thank God for your speedy recovery and wish you all the best as you resume work.”
In her brief remarks upon arrival, the Vice President expressed heartfelt gratitude to Ghanaians for their prayers and well-wishes during her medical journey.
“God’s mercies have been infinite, as always, and I’m very grateful,” she said.
“I thank the medical staff for their dedication and the right interventions. I’m happy to be back, and I look forward to continuing the important work ahead.”
Prof Opoku-Agyemang also paid glowing tribute to President Mahama for his swift intervention when her health crisis began.
“To my boss, that day I don’t even know where you appeared from, but you came and quickly set in motion everything that was needed,” she recalled.
She singled out President Mahama’s younger brother, Mr. Ibrahim Mahama, for special appreciation.
“He stopped at nothing to ensure I had everything I needed. He even came to the hospital and sat by me, and that was healing in itself,” she said.
A statement issued by the Office of the President earlier confirmed the Vice President had completed the required treatment and would resume her official duties shortly.
Prof Opoku-Agyemang also expressed thanks to the doctors and medical staff at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) for their support before her transfer abroad.
Her return marks the end of her medical leave and a resumption of her public duties at a time when the government is expected to intensify its work on key national priorities.
