Marie-Claire Rupio has expressed gratitude to the Ghanaian public for the love and support shown to her family during the burial of her husband, Christian Atsu Twasam.
In an Instagram post on Monday, Rupio indicated that she and her family were welcomed in manner that indicated belongingness.
“I want to thank all the Ghanaians, who have welcomed me and my family to Ghana in a safe and kind way. It was all very overwhelming but your love and kindness have made it better for us,” she said.
According to her, she hopes “to visit Ghana very soon again.”
Last Friday, 31-year-old Christian Atsu, who was confirmed dead on February 18, following the earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria on Febraury 6, was laid to rest. His final funeral rites were held at the forecourt of the State House where thousands of Ghanaians gathered to bid him farewell.
In attendance were President Akufo-Addo, Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, former President John Dramani Mahama, members of the Sports Ministry and the Ghana Football Association.
Christian Atsu was buried at his hometown in Dogobome.
Source: The Independent Ghana