A former Ambassador to Germany, Gina Blay, has praised former President , describing him as one of the most hardworking presidents the country has ever had.

Speaking in an interview with GH One TV on May 20,2025, the diplomat refuted claims that former President Akufo-Addo did not apply himself fully to the governance of the country during his tenure.

She indicated that she had a close working relationship with the former president and seized the moment to share her firsthand experience with him. "I served under his government, and I'll say that former President Akufo-Addo was one of the hardworking presidents that I know.

At least I knew him because he was president, and he visited Germany a number of times.