KEY POINTS
- Nana Bediatuo Asante is in stable condition in a U.S. hospital.
- He remained in the U.S. after the UNGA to handle further official business.
- The President asks for the public’s well-being and prayers throughout his recuperation.
Following rumors in the media over Nana Bediatuo Asante’s well-being, the Ghanaian Presidency has provided clarification regarding the Secretary to President Nana Akufo-Addo’s health. In a formal statement released by Eugene Arhin, Director of Communications, Nana Bediatuo Asante is said to be in stable condition at a US hospital at this time.
As part of President Akufo-Addo’s mission to the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), which was held in New York, is Nana Bediatuo Asante, who is also an Ambassador-at-Large.
Asante stayed in the US to handle more official work while the President went back to Ghana. He started feeling ill during this prolonged stay, and he was eventually admitted to the hospital.
Asante is responding well to treatment, and his recovery is on schedule, the Presidency reassured the people. He is in stable condition, according to the official statement, and the medical staff is hopeful that he will make a full recovery. Additionally, it asked for ongoing support and prayers for Asante and his family during this trying time.
Asante recuperates, public assistance is requested
The President’s statement also addressed the great anxiety among the public caused by reports that were making the rounds on social media about Nana Bediatuo Asante’s health. The administration decided that in order to avoid disinformation, clarification was required.
“We ask for continued prayers and support for him and his family during this difficult period,” the statement concluded. It further stated that any updates on Asante’s condition would be communicated as needed, guaranteeing openness in discussions surrounding the well-being of such a well-known public figure.
President Akufo-Addo’s administration saw Nana Bediatuo Asante play a significant position in the government. Both nationally and internationally, his contributions to the current government projects have been acknowledged. His role as Ambassador-at-Large further emphasizes his responsibility to advocate Ghana’s interests on international fora.
Maintaining transparency in the face of health concerns
The statement from the Presidency comes at a time when false information about public servants may spread quickly, particularly on social media. The government hopes to reassure the public about the safety of important administration personnel by directly addressing the worries.
The UNGA highlighted Nana Bediatuo Asante’s importance to the delegation, and his prolonged stay in the US for official business demonstrates his dedication to furthering Ghana’s diplomatic and developmental objectives. According to a report by Graphic Online, the President guaranteed that all required medical attention is being given, and there is still a good chance of full recovery.
With guarantees from the White House that openness will be maintained, the public has been urged to continue lending support to the President’s secretary while he heals.
