“Kuffour turns 87years, 08/12/25. Check all facts about him”

“Kuffour turns 87years, 08/12/25. Check all facts about him” from 2001 – 2009 during his presidency.

John Agyekum Kufuor, the second President of the Fourth Republic of Ghana, is widely recognized as a key figure in Ghana’s democratic development and economic reform.

Serving two terms from 2001 to 2009, Kufuor’s leadership marked a period of political stability, good governance, and international diplomacy.

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Early Life and Education

Born on December 8, 1938, in Kumasi, in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, John Kufuor hails from a royal lineage of the Ashanti Kingdom. He studied at Prempeh College and later pursued law at Lincoln’s Inn, London. He also obtained a Master’s degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) from the University of Oxford.

Political Career

Kufuor entered Ghana’s political scene in the 1960s, serving as Deputy Foreign Minister in the Progress Party government of Dr. K.A. Busia. After years of political turbulence in Ghana, he became the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and won the presidential election in 2000, defeating incumbent Jerry John Rawlings’ chosen successor, John Atta Mills.

Presidency (2001–2009)

During his presidency, Kufuor focused on economic stabilization, poverty reduction, education, and infrastructure development.

Under his leadership, Ghana benefited from the Highly Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) initiative, which helped cancel significant portions of its debt. He also introduced the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), School Feeding Programme, and the Capitation Grant to support free basic education.

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Kufuor championed democratic governance, press freedom, and rule of law, earning him respect both locally and internationally. Ghana’s economy experienced growth, and foreign investment increased under his tenure.

International Recognition

Kufuor’s contributions earned him international acclaim. He served as Chairperson of the African Union from 2007 to 2008 and played a mediating role in regional peace efforts, including the Kenyan post-election crisis in 2008.

Life After Office

Since leaving office, Kufuor has remained active in global diplomacy and development advocacy. He established the John A. Kufuor Foundation to promote leadership, good governance, and socio-economic development in Africa.

Legacy

President Kufuor is remembered for his moderate leadership style, commitment to democracy, and significant socio-economic reforms that helped shape modern Ghana. His legacy remains influential in Ghana’s political and developmental trajectory.

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