HE Rashid Bawa


The Ghanaian High Commission in Nigeria has announced the unexpected passing of His Excellency Rashid Bawa, the Ghana's High Commissioner to Nigeria. 


According to a statement on Saturday by the Ghanaian High Commission, the High Commissioner passed away on the 14th of March 2024 in Abuja. 


The statement revealed that the funeral proceedings were promptly carried out, and his body was transported to Accra for burial, following Islamic burial customs.


The statement read that: “In memory of His Excellency Alhaji Rashid Bawa, a Book of Condolence will be available for signing at the Chancery in Abuja on the following dates and times:


“Wednesday, 20th March 2024 to Friday, 22nd March 2024, from 11 am to 4 pm; Monday, 25th March 2024 to Wednesday, 27th March 2024, from 11 am to 4 pm.”


It called on all to join Ghana High Commission in paying respects and honouring the legacy of the departed High Commissioner.