The Nobel peace laureate died on
Saturday after a short illness, his family said in a statement.
“It is with immense sadness that
the Annan family and the Kofi Annan Foundation announce that Kofi Annan, former
Secretary General of the United Nations and Nobel Peace Laureate, passed away
peacefully on Saturday 18th August after a short illness,” Annan’s family said.
“His wife Nane and their children
Ama, Kojo and Nina were by his side during his last days.
“Kofi Annan was a global
statesman and a deeply committed internationalist who fought throughout his
life for a fairer and more peaceful world. During his distinguished career and
leadership of the UN, he was an ardent champion of peace, sustainable
development, human rights and the rule of law.
“After stepping down from the UN,
he continued to work tirelessly in the cause of peace through his chairmanship
of the Koffi Annan Foundation and as chair of The Elders, the group founded by
Nelson Mandela, he was an inspiration to young and old alike.
“Kofi Annan was a son of Ghana
and felt a special responsibility towards Africa. He was particularly committed
to African development and deeply engaged in many initiatives, including his
chairmanship of the Africa Progress Panel and his early leadership of the
Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA).
“Wherever there was suffering or
need, he reached out and touched many people with his deep compassion and
empathy. He selflessly placed others first, radiating genuine kindness, warmth
and brilliance in all he did.
“The family kindly requests
privacy at this time of mourning.”
It is with immense sadness that the Annan family and the Kofi Annan Foundation announce that Kofi Annan, former Secretary General of the United Nations and Nobel Peace Laureate, passed away peacefully on Saturday 18th August after a short illness... pic.twitter.com/42nGOxmcPZ— Kofi Annan (@KofiAnnan) August 18, 2018
Born in Kumasi, Annan was the
seventh secretary-general of the UN.
He was succeeded by Ban Ki-moon
in January 2007 after leading the UN for 10 years.
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