The funeral of former first lady Theresa Kufuor is scheduled to be held today, Thursday, 16 November 2023.

Mrs Kufuor passed away on Sunday, 1 October, 2023, at the age of 87, following an extended period of illness. 

Her passing was met with an outpouring of condolences and tributes from across the country, reflecting the deep appreciation for her role as the First Lady during the presidency of her husband, former President John Agyekum Kufuor.

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo announced that a state funeral will be held to honour the memory of the late former First Lady, Theresa Kufuor. 

During a meeting with the family of the late First Lady, President Akufo-Addo revealed that the state funeral is scheduled to take place today.