John Dumelo announced with sadness that his mother had been called to glory to his fans and followers.
The sad news of his mother Antionette Dumelo’s passing was confirmed by the Ghanaian actor on social media. The actor claims that his cherished mother passed away yesterday, August 15, 2023.
In a Facebook post, John Dumelo said “My heart is broken. My dear mother passed away peacefully yesterday….my number one supporter. Heaven has gained an angel“. The actor shared the sad news with fond photos of his mother.
The mother of John Dumelo was a former customs official. Her death’s cause is still unknown. Since then, the news has drawn tributes and solace from John Dumelo’s friends and fans.
“Oh no!!!!!! So sorry John. May God strengthen your family!!!!,” Ghanaian media personality, Berla Mundi commented on the post with Adjetey Anang adding that “Ooo no! sincere condolences John! 💔God knows best. May she rest peacefully“.
“Oww so sorry. My very own aunty. May she rest in peace. May you and the family be comforted,” Gifty Anti said.
The unfortunate news arrives just three days after John Dumelo was officially named the NDC’s parliamentary candidate for the Ayawaso West Wugon constituency.
The decision was made, according to a statement from the party, following a meeting with all the candidates for the position.
“Upon further consultation with the party hierarchy and after engaging in constructive discussions with all the aspirants, we are pleased to inform the general public that the two other aspirants have graciously accepted to give the nod to Mr. John Dumelo to represent the party”.
“As a result of this harmonious agreement, we proudly endorse and present Mr. John Dumelo as the official NDC parliamentary candidate for the Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency for the upcoming 2024 parliamentary elections”, the party declared.
It added: “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the other aspirants who have demonstrated their loyalty to the party and its values by making this selfless decision for the greater good of the NDC and the Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency”.
“We call upon all party members, supporters, constituents, and the public to rally behind Mr. John Dumelo and support his campaign wholeheartedly. Together, let us work towards the shared goal of securing victory for the NDC in Ayawaso West Wuogon and building the Ghana we want together”, it urged.
“We sincerely appreciate the efforts of the party hierarchy in reaching this consensus”.