Naana Jane mourns Naser Toure Mahama

Vice-President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyeman has paid tribute to late Ayawaso East MP Naser Toure Mahama, describing him as disciplined, compassionate, and deeply committed to public service.

The Vice-President, clad in black, mourned the legislator who died on January 5, 2026, noting that his conduct in public life offered enduring lessons in leadership and responsibility.

“We have learnt of the kind of composure that allows for clear thinking and advice that works,” she said. “We have learnt of his compassion, his sense of focus, his discipline, his generosity; thinking of others, not putting himself first.”

Professor Opoku-Agyeman said the late MP remained devoted to his duties and consistently prioritised the welfare of others. “Focusing on his responsibilities and ensuring that he makes life better for others,” she added.

Tributes also came from Parliament, where the 1st Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, described Mr Toure Mahama as an example to young Members of Parliament. The 2nd Deputy Speaker, Andrew Asiamah, observed that the late legislator was always punctual, often seated in the chamber before proceedings began.

In an emotional tribute, the children of the deceased captured the depth of their loss. “You lived well, you loved well and now hearts are heavy,” they said.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has equally paid glowing tribute to the fallen lawmaker. The party’s General Secretary, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, led tributes during funeral rites held in his honour, recalling years of close parliamentary collaboration.

“I was MP at the time he became MP, and the two of us had the privilege of working very closely on the Energy sub-committee of Parliament,” Mr Kwetey said, noting the numerous opportunities they had to interact.

He described the late MP as “the epitome of calmness, composure, humility and simplicity,” adding that he embodied “what you call a good-hearted person.”

Mr Kwetey thanked him for his service to the party and the Ayawaso East Constituency, saying he served with dedication and commitment.

Naser Toure Mahama was first elected to Parliament in 2012 and entered the House in January 2013. He served multiple terms and was Vice Chairman of the Energy Committee, as well as a member of several other parliamentary committees.

Born on March 17, 1965, in Nima, Accra, he was educated at West Africa Senior High School and later earned degrees from Central University College, GIMPA, and Japan’s Doshisha University.

As tributes continue from across the political divide, party members say his legacy of humility, service, and quiet dedication will endure in Ghana’s parliamentary history.