John Atta Mills

"...we are going to ensure that there is peace before, during, after the election, because when there is no peace, it’s not the elitists who will suffer, it’s the ordinary people who have elected us into office."

"Let us all work together as one people with a common destiny to build a better Ghana"

"My doors are always open, we’ll make sure to provide the resources and make the necessary contacts. As a Government, we’ll give you the fullest support."

"A nation that does not honor its heroes is not worth dying for."

"I have always said that I will be President for all Ghanaian whether they voted for me or not and without consideration for which part of the country they come from."I"

"I would not spare any government official be it .past or present, who would be found guilty of embezzling state funds."

"My government was elected to serve the nation and would therefore ensure that the nation's wealth, which is not for me or members of my administration is well distributed."

"It is my prayer and hope that we shall continue to preserve and maintain the peace, remain united and focused as people with one destiny"

"It will be my duty as president to heal wonds and unite our dear nation"

"This is the saddest day in our nation's history. Tears have engulfed our nation and we are deeply saddened and distraught. I never imagined that one day that it would place our nation in such a difficult circumstance. I'm personally devastated, I've lost a father, I've lost a friend, I've lost a mentor and a senior comrade. Ghana is united in grief at this time for our departed president."

"President Mills will be remembered for his statesmanship and years of dedicated service to his country."

"I salute the guardian of institutions and the defender of Ghanaian democracy...committed to protecting national unity and profoundly attached to African unity and to the place of Africa within the international community."

"On a personal level his moderation and integrity stood out."

"Strong advocate for human rights and for the fair treatment of all Ghanaians."

"President Mills was a tireless defender of democracy in West Africa and across the continent, and he will be greatly missed."

"His exemplary leadership which endeared him to the hearts of many and his contribution to strengthening the relationship between Ghana and Japan."

"Ghana has lost a great football supporter and a supporter of the development of the game in the country."

"President Atta Mills was an inspiring leader of Ghana and a true Commonwealth champion, who will be sorely missed at home and internationally. He was a strong advocate and supporter of the Commonwealth, and our membership benefited enormously from his active participation in Commonwealth life and his wisdom."

"The late President Professor John Evans Atta Mills was without an iota of doubt a unique African leader."

"‘I will use my last ounce of energy to serve Ghana."

"I nominate you, Rex as the fifth Director, especially as you have been in charge and organising the whole exercise."

"Why have you stayed away from me after the support you had extended to my election?"