Celebrities and top government officials all over the world react to news of Rawlings’ death

It’s very sad to hear of the passing of #Ghana’s former President JJ Rawlings. I was fortunate enough to interact with him on several memorable occasions throughout my years in Accra.

My deepest condolences to Nana Konadu, Zenator and all the Rawlings family.#RIPJerryRawlings pic.twitter.com/wI4BUAan6Q

— (((Jon Benjamin)))🇬🇧🇲🇽🇨🇱🇬🇭 ✡️ (@JonBenjamin19) November 12, 2020

Rawlings 💔💔 you'll certainly be missed. #RIPRawlings

— Jessica OS on YouTube (@jessicaosgh) November 12, 2020

RIP Jerry don Rawlings. 🌹

— Joey B (@1RealJoeyB) November 12, 2020

On behalf of the government and people of the Republic of Liberia, and in my own name, I wish to convey deepest and profound sympathy to the government and people of Ghana, the Rawlings family and the entire Africa for the death of a great statesman, Former President….. pic.twitter.com/HoGxb1owRP

— George Weah (@GeorgeWeahOff) November 12, 2020

I have heard with shock the passing of Former President Jerry John Rawlings.

His Excellency Jerry John Rawlings' role in the political history of Ghana is indelible, his fight for the poor and his impact on national cohesion and discipline is unforgettable.

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— Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia (@MBawumia) November 12, 2020

Can 2020 end already? 1 of da craziest years damnn 🤦‍♂️ RIP Papa J J Rawlings #RipJJ #tbt pic.twitter.com/TUEa40M2wN

— OPANKA 𓃵 (@OpankaGH) November 12, 2020

Rest in peace former president Jerry John Rawlings. Thank you 🇬🇭 🕊 pic.twitter.com/3UWA82CgAG

— Eugy Official (@EugyOfficial) November 12, 2020

My daughter used to call you God because of your grey hair. I call you a hero because you laid the cornerstone upon which the foundation our 4th democratic republic is built. My heart is broken at the news of your sudden demise. Fare thee well, Flt Lt Jerry John Rawlings! pic.twitter.com/RqzZIifJVc

— Dentaa Amoateng MBE (@Dentaa_show) November 12, 2020