President Rawlings expresses condolences to PV Obeng�s Family

Former President John Jerry Rawlings has described as a sad loss the death of Mr Paul Victor Obeng, Presidential Staffer and Chairman of National Development Planning Commission. �I have learnt of the sad loss of one of our most adept and captivating minds � Paul Victor Obeng,� the Former President Rawlings said in a statement. �PV as he was affectionately called played significant roles in the country�s socio-political development from 1979 till his unexpected demise. �As a politician, technocrat and professional he paid his dues in diverse ways and his loss is a national loss. He had his imperfections but he was still a rare gem of a man. �On behalf of Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings and the rest of the family, I extend heartfelt condolences to his wife and family,� the statement said.