Mills-Mahama Walk to Honor Late President Mills in Cape Coast Cape Coast, Ghana – Former President John Dramani Mahama and Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, the running mate to former President Mills in the 2012 elections, are set to embark on a commemorative walk in Cape Coast on July 24, 2023. The event, dubbed the “Mills-Mahama Walk,” will mark the 10th anniversary of the passing of the late President John Evans Atta Mills. The walk will commence from the Cape Coast Castle, where President Mills spent his early years as a student. “This walk is a testament to the enduring legacy of President Mills and his unwavering commitment to service,” said Professor Mahama. “We will honor his memory by reflecting on his achievements and continuing his mission of progress and unity for Ghana.” Professor Opoku-Agyemang added, “President Mills was a visionary leader who believed deeply in the potential of our youth. We will use this walk as an opportunity to inspire the next generation of Ghanaians to embrace his values of integrity, humility, and service.” The walk will cover a 5-kilometer route through key landmarks in Cape Coast, including the University of Cape Coast, where President Mills taught. Participants will be encouraged to bring their families and friends to show their support for the late president’s legacy. The event is open to the general public, and all who wish to pay tribute to the memory of President Mills are welcome to attend. The walk will culminate in a memorial service at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium.Professor John Evans Atta Mills Peace Walk for ChangeProfessor John Evans Atta Mills Peace Walk for Change In honor of the late former President of Ghana, Professor John Evans Atta Mills, his son, Kofi Sam Atta Mills, has joined forces with NDC running mate, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, to organize a peace walk. The event, known as the Professor John Evans Atta Mills Peace Walk for Change, will be held in Cape Coast on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Participants and Goals Kofi Sam Atta Mills will be joined by prominent NDC members, including Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The walk aims to promote peace and unity in Ghana, while also paying tribute to the legacy of the late president. Background Professor John Evans Atta Mills passed away on July 24, 2012, leaving behind his wife and son, Kofi Sam Atta Mills. Kofi Sam Atta Mills’ recent collaboration with Sharaf Dramani Mahama, the son of former President John Dramani Mahama, on a health walk in Tamale is seen as a sign of a new generation of Ghanaian politicians working together. Youth Mobilization Kofi Atta Mills emphasized the importance of mobilizing Ghanaian youth to support the NDC and John Dramani Mahama in the upcoming elections. He hopes the health walk will encourage participation and increase voter turnout in favor of the NDC. Mahama’s Connection John Mahama served as vice president to the late President John Evans Atta Mills. This connection likely influenced Kofi Atta Mills’ decision to join Sharaf Dramani Mahama in the Tamale health walk. Ghana’s Organ Donation Campaign GhanaWeb is collaborating with Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital to advocate for comprehensive legislation on organ harvesting, donation, and transplantation in Ghana.Kofi Atta Mills and Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang will walk in Cape Coast to commemorate the anniversary of the late President Mills. The walk will take place on July 24, 2023, and will start from the Cape Coast Castle to the new Cape Coast Stadium. The walk is being organized by the Atta Mills Institute, which is a non-profit organization founded by Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang. The institute seeks to promote the legacy of President Mills and to continue his work on education, health, and social justice. The walk is expected to attract thousands of people, including politicians, civil society activists, and ordinary Ghanaians. It will be a symbolic event that will honor the memory of President Mills and celebrate his contributions to Ghana. President Mills was the third president of Ghana. He served from 2009 to 2012, when he died in office. He was a respected leader who was known for his humility, integrity, and commitment to social justice. Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang is a Ghanaian academic and politician. She was the first female vice-chancellor of the University of Cape Coast. She is currently the running mate to John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). The walk is a fitting tribute to the late President Mills. It will be an opportunity for Ghanaians to reflect on his legacy and to recommit themselves to the values that he held dear.