Today, the final funeral rites for the late Ghanaian footballer, Raphael Dwamena, took place at the Adjiriganor AstroTurf.
People from Ghana’s football community and beyond gathered to pay their last respects to the former Black Stars player, standing alongside Dwamena’s grieving family.
Among the attendees were Kurt Okraku, President of the Ghana Football Association, and several other association executives. The solemn occasion was a time for reflection and remembrance of Dwamena’s life and contributions to Ghanaian football.
During the ceremony, Raphael’s widow delivered a touching tribute, describing him as her confidant and light. She expressed comfort in the cherished memories they shared.
“Rapha, your name still echoes in my heart with warmth and melody. Reflecting on our shared years of bliss, I find solace in precious memories of the laughter, wisdom and the love that defined us. You were more than a husband. You were my confidante, guide and the source of irreplaceable love,” she said.
In a separate development, Raphael’s sister, Yvonne Dwamena, announced a second funeral date on Onua TV during an interview with Captain Smart. She explained that the family would hold a separate funeral service on Saturday, distinct from the one organized by the Ghana Football Association (GFA).
This decision arose from a dispute between the wife and the deceased’s family over the provision of a shroud for the corpse. The family objected to the wife and her family’s involvement in providing the shroud, leading to the decision to hold a separate funeral service.