According to TV3 News, Ghana’s political scene is abuzz following the hospitalization of Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang. On Saturday, she was admitted to the University of Ghana Medical Center (UGMC) after suddenly falling ill. Sources indicate that she is receiving special care and may require further treatment abroad. While the country watches her recovery closely, the situation has led many to revisit a warning given by Kwesi Ahwoi, a leading member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), last year.
Ahwoi, during a discussion at his Labone office, advised Vice President Opoku-Agyemang to always be prepared for the unexpected twists and turns that politics often presents. He referred to the unanticipated rise of former President John Mahama, who assumed office following the tragic death of President John Evans Atta Mills in 2012. Ahwoi’s words caught attention when he told Opoku-Agyemang that she must always be ready for any eventuality in her political career. He emphasized that despite Mahama’s lack of preparation for the presidency, fate thrust him into the role, urging the Vice President to embrace her motto of being “always prepared for anything.”
The comment stirred some concern, with one listener remarking, “No, no, don’t pray for death.” Ahwoi quickly clarified that he had no intention of wishing harm but was simply emphasizing the unpredictable nature of politics.
As news of Opoku-Agyemang’s health issue unfolds, Ahwoi’s warning feels particularly relevant. Though her illness is not connected to any potential political changes, the situation has prompted renewed conversation about the uncertainties that come with holding public office.
Ghanaians are rallying in support of the Vice President, praying for her swift recovery and hoping that she will continue her duties as the country’s second-in-command. The political community remains focused on her health, but the broader conversation about readiness for sudden change in leadership is one that resonates with the current moment.