You stopped at nothing, and your presence was healing – Prof. Opoku-Agyemang thanks Ibrahim Mahama – Nsemkeka
Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has expressed heartfelt gratitude to all who supported her during her recent medical leave, singling out businessman Ibrahim Mahama for what she described as “a healing presence” during a difficult period.
Speaking publicly for the first time since her return to Ghana on Thursday, 22 May 2025, Prof Opoku-Agyemang described the experience as both “deeply trying and humbling,” but credited God, her medical team, President John Mahama, and key supporters for her full recovery.
“I don’t have much to say, I want to say thanks be to God. His mercies have been infinite, as always, and I’m very grateful,” she said in an emotional address.
She praised the swift intervention of President Mahama, describing his timely involvement as critical. “To my boss that day, I don’t know where you appeared from, but he came and quickly set in motion what we needed to do,” she recalled.
However, it was her tribute to Ibrahim Mahama, business mogul and younger brother to President Mahama, which drew particular attention. Referring to him affectionately as her “little boss,” the Vice President revealed how much his presence and support had impacted her recovery.
“Your brother, Mr Ibrahim, he stopped at nothing to ensure that I had what I needed. And then he also came to the hospital. He came to sit by me, and that was healing by itself,” she said, visibly moved.
Prof Opoku-Agyemang also thanked the medical professionals who attended to her, noting their competence and compassion in handling her care. She lauded their quick decision-making, which helped avert further complications.
“I’m grateful to the doctors. Their swift action made all the difference,” she said.
To the Ghanaian public, the Vice President expressed sincere appreciation for the countless messages, prayers, and well-wishes that flooded in during her absence.
“I’m very happy to be back. There’s so much that has happened that we all need to do. And I know that through collective will, we will do much more for our country,” she added.
Her return is seen as a strong signal of political stability as Ghana approaches a pivotal period ahead of the 2024 elections, with many viewing her comeback as timely and symbolic of resilience in leadership.