A delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, led by the Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has visited the family of the late former Ambassador Victor Gbeho to express condolences following his passing.
The visit took place on Monday, June 22, 2026, and formed part of official efforts to commiserate with the bereaved family and pay tribute to one of Ghana’s most respected and experienced diplomats.
Mr Ablakwa and his delegation conveyed the government’s sympathy and reflected on Ambassador Gbeho’s longstanding contribution to Ghana’s foreign service and international diplomacy.
The engagement also provided an opportunity to formally honour his legacy and acknowledge his service to the nation over several decades.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs has described the late former Ambassador Victor Gbeho as one of the finest diplomats Ghana has ever produced, paying tribute to his decades of distinguished service to the country.
According to the Minister, Ambassador Gbeho’s long career in diplomacy left a lasting imprint on Ghana’s foreign policy direction and its engagement on the international stage.
He noted that the late diplomat’s professionalism, experience, and commitment to national service contributed significantly to strengthening Ghana’s global relations and diplomatic standing over the years.
“Ambassador Victor Gbeho was one of the finest diplomats this country has ever produced,” Mr Ablakwa said.
The late former Ambassador Victor Gbeho served as Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs from 1998 to 2001, where he played a key role in shaping the country’s diplomatic engagements.
He also held one of Ghana’s most prominent diplomatic postings as the country’s longest-serving Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, a position he occupied from 1980 to 1990.
During his tenure at the UN, Ambassador Gbeho represented Ghana in several key international discussions and contributed to strengthening the country’s voice on global issues.
He passed away at the age of 91.
Mr Ablakwa also reflected on the Ministry’s decision in September 2025 to formally recognise the late diplomat’s service, describing it as a fitting tribute while he was still alive.
“We were satisfied that in September 2025, the Ministry took the decision to recognise his dedicated service by presenting him with an award and citation,” he said.
He extended condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the peaceful repose of the late diplomat’s soul, adding that Ghana has lost a towering figure in diplomacy.
