Special assistant to late President Jerry John Rawlings has described his boss as a "pillar of hope and integrity" for Ghanaian society.Paying glowing tribute on the fourth anniversary of the passing of Flt.

Lt Jerry John Rawlings today, Dr Donald Agumenu said his boss blazed "through trials, tribulations and uncommon complexities" to bequeath a worthy legacy in Ghana's democratic process."The density of his contributions to Ghana's country's democratic architecture, peace and security transcended the corridors of Africa," he observed.According to Dr.

Agumenu, former President Rawlings "will forever be remembered by both his lovers and adversaries at large as the man who stood for truth and justice."The former advisor appealed to Ghanaians not to forget the values and ideals President Rawlings stood for, and take steps to marshal forces towards another democratic project for peaceful elections on December 7."He handed over power notwithstanding and lived to protect, nurture and deepen Ghanaian course for freedom and justice," he stated.To commemorate the occasion, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) held a special wreath-laying ceremony at the party headquarters in Accra.

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