The New Patriotic Party has ordered its flags to fly at half-mast for the next seven days at all offices across the country.

This is in honor of Madam Ama Busia, who until her demise, was a member of the party’s National Council of Elders.

The statement, undersigned by the party’s chairman, Stephen Ntim, called her an illustrious citizen of the land.

“The Party extends its heartfelt condolences to the Busia family and also commiserates with the rest of the nation for the painful loss of this illustrious citizen of our land. In honor of her memory, the NPP directs that all party flags in its offices across the country be flown at half-mast for the next seven days.
“May the soul of our dearly departed find comfort in God’s bosom, and may the family she left behind and, indeed, all of us in the Party and beyond find the fortitude to bear this great loss.”
New Patriotic Party

The late Madam Ama Busia, a sibling to the former Prime Minister Kofi Abrefa Busia during the Second Republic and a Founding Member of the Party’s political legacy, held the esteemed position of National First Vice Chairperson of the NPP.

Recognized as a distinguished stateswoman, her legacy is characterized by humility, diligence, and unwavering dedication to the NPP and the nation as a whole.

Tributes To Madam Ama Busia

Ama Busia, born in 1936 and departing on December 12, 2023, stood as a prominent figure in Ghanaian politics and a former member of NPP’s Council of State. Notably, she was the sister of the late Kofi Abrefa Busia, a former Ghanaian prime minister. Her early education was at Wenchi Methodist School and Methodist Middle Girls’ School in Kumasi, followed by teacher training at the Komenda Training College.

In 1959, Ama Busia, alongside her brother, sought refuge in London, where she delved into studies in Institutional Management and Catering at the Regent Street Polytechnic. Recently honored as one of the most inspiring women in Ghanaian politics, her notable contributions received acclaim from top political leaders. Her memoir, “The Bittersweet Pill of Politics,” offers a deeper understanding of her political journey.

“The Bittersweet Pill of Politics” by Ama Busia delved into the complex and intricate journey of her political career, offering a heartfelt exploration of the obstacles and successes she encountered along the way. Through this memoir, Busia unveiled the layers of her experiences, providing valuable insights into Ghanaian politics and her influential role within it. The narrative is characterized by its honesty and sincerity, as Busia reflected on her contributions, activism, and the unwavering determination that drove her commitment to shaping the political landscape.

Ama Busia’s memoir serves as both a personal introspection and a significant historical record, contributing to a deeper understanding of her enduring legacy within Ghana’s political narrative.

Ama Busia, a stalwart within the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), exhibited fervent activism and voiced political criticisms against the Acheampong government. Despite facing adversity, including the loss of both parents at a young age, she triumphed over challenges through her commitment to education.

Her impactful role in the formation of the NPP, merging forces with the Northern People’s Party led by Dombo, contributed to the party’s direction. Recognizing her invaluable contributions, Ama Busia became a Council of State member when the NPP assumed power in 2000 under John Agyekum Kufuor.

Within the NPP, Ama Busia held significant positions, serving as both the first and third National Vice Chairperson. Madam Ama Busia’s legacy lives on through her enduring impact on education, politics, and the collective memory of a grateful nation.

May her soul rest in peace.