Popular Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has added up to the number of Nigerians who have reacted to the sad demise of Jerry John Rawlings.
In a tweet, Yul Edochie wished the former President of Ghana Jerry John Rawlings a peaceful rest.
He happens to be the second prominent Nigerian who is mourning with Ghanaians in this critical time.
Renowned Nollywood actor and filmmaker Chief Pete Edochie has expressed his utmost sadness about the death of former president Jerry John Rawlings.
Describing the late JJ Rawlings as his ‘dear friend’, the Nigerian actor on Thursday, November 12, 2020, took to social media to eulogize the former president.
He described the late Rawlings as a man whose legacy will forever remain a part of African history.
To him, Rawlings’ legacy is unmatched.
Rest in Peace & Power, my dear friend Jerry Rawlings. Your legacy is forever part of African history,” he wrote on social media.
Notwithstanding, the Nigerian filmmaker had a cordial relationship with Mr. Rawlings while he was alive.
Pete Edochie, who according to many, bears a resemblance to the late former President, also shared a strong connection with him.
The veteran actor said prior to his first meeting with Mr. Rawlings, countless Ghanaians had approached him saying, he reminds them of their former president to the extent that his own daughters joined in the fray.
I agree with people who say we have the resemblance because I know how I look and seeing him here I have no doubt they are right. It appears we have a lot in common”.
The Nollywood Star once stated during a Press Conference held in Ghana for Kofas Media’s ‘Corruption’ movie.
ghanaweb
His Excellency Nana Akuffo Addo has announced that all national flags should fly at half-mast. He has also declared a 7 day State mourning.
He made this statement in a press release in relation to the passing on of the First President of the fourth republic.
The President has also directed that all campaign be suspended for the next 7 days starting from Friday, the 13th of November to Friday, the 20th of November.
His Excellency Nana Akuffo Addo, on behalf of the people of Ghana, extended heartfelt condolence to his family, his wife and the entire populates of Ghana.
He also promises to work closely with the family to give the fallen soldier a befitting state burial.
Mynewsgh