Hot SourceFormer Minister for Finance and Economic Advisor to President John Dramani Mahama, Seth Terkper, is in mourning following the passing of his wife, Deborah Ferguson Terkper.
Deborah Terkper passed away on Sunday, 7 July 2025, in Fair Oaks, Virginia, United States, at the age of 63.
The family, in a brief statement, has requested privacy during this difficult period as they come to terms with their loss. Details regarding funeral arrangements will be announced in due course.
Mrs Terkper was widely admired by those close to her for her warmth, kindness, and unwavering support for her family and community. Her sudden passing has left her immediate family, friends, and loved ones devastated.
Mr Seth Terkper, who served as Ghana’s Finance Minister from 2013 to 2017, has remained an active voice in national economic discourse. His dedication to public service has earned him respect across the political divide, and many have since taken to social media and other platforms to express their condolences and solidarity with him and his family.
Prominent figures, political colleagues, and members of the public have paid tribute to Mrs Terkper’s memory, offering prayers and messages of comfort.
As the family grieves, they have appealed to the public and media to respect their privacy, allowing them the space to mourn in peace.
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