President Akufo-Addo on Tuesday had a triple celebration at his residence at Nima.
He commemorated his 78th birthday, the passage of the e-levy by Parliament, and the victory of the Ghana Black Stars over Nigeria's Super Eagles.
In a video that has gone vial on social media, Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Director of Communications at the President's Office Eugene Arhin, some security personnel, and a group of overjoyed people were seen celebrating with the President.
Also in the video, a jubilant crowd was seen chanting and jumping in unison, throwing their hands in the air as they sang a victory song.
After the chants, the fans sang the happy birthday song for President Akufo-Addo.
Before the jubilation on Tuesday evening, social media users celebrated President Akufo-Addo with #MrPresident.
Various state officials also added their voices to the many praising President Akufo-Addo. They prayed for good health and strength on his behalf to be able to complete his second tenure.
Information Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah tweeted: “Happy Birthday to the Boss!!! For a 78year old man, your energy is amazing. May God continue to give you strength.”
Happy Birthday to the Boss!!! For a 78year old man, your energy is amazing. May God continue to give you strength. pic.twitter.com/Jj3B35RrUc
— Kojo Oppong Nkrumah (@konkrumah) March 29, 2022
Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Samuel Awuku, also said: “Your Excellency, Cheers to Long Life.”
Happy Birthday Mr. President.
— Samuel Awuku (@sammiawuku) March 29, 2022
Your Excellency, Cheers to Long Life 🥂! pic.twitter.com/5n1QMJHmp6
Wife to Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Samira Bawumia also expressed her felicitations.
Happy 78th birthday @NakufoAddo. May Allah continue to protect and guide you. Have a great day, Mr. President. pic.twitter.com/uFObfaGU37
— Samira Bawumia (@SBawumia) March 29, 2022
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