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Outspoken media personality, Valentina Nana Agyeiwaa, popularly known as Afia Schwarzenegger, has advised Lilian Kumah, the wife of the late Deputy Finance Minister John Kumah, to refrain from making public statements and focus on mourning her husband.
Afia Schwarzenegger stressed the importance of observing a period of quiet reflection and showing respect for the deceased, urging Lilian Kumah not to engage with the media or address contentious issues before her husband’s burial.
She cautioned against succumbing to political pressures to speak publicly, warning of the potential for inadvertently stirring controversy. Afia Schwarzenegger advised Lilian Kumah to seek solace and guidance from her faith during this challenging time.
“The woman [Kumah’s wife] is a pastor, and I know she is not going to engage in politics, but she should maintain silence. If you follow politicians, you will end up making unnecessary remarks. How can you say, ‘Kumah, who was 45-years-old is better than others? Did she think about it? Let God guide your utterances as a pastor, and don’t speak recklessly. From what you said in the interview, the holy spirit had departed from you. Stop granting interviews and mourn your husband,” she said during a TikTok live session.
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Afia Schwarzenegger’s comments followed Lilian Kumah’s interview with Accra-based Asaase Radio, where she responded to criticisms surrounding her husband’s death, including questioning the authenticity of a prophetic prediction.
Contrary to speculation, an autopsy report confirmed that John Kumah’s death was not due to poisoning but resulted from a prolonged illness.
The 45-year-old deputy minister was a rising star in the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), known for his entrepreneurial ventures, preaching, and legal expertise.
John Kumah’s untimely passing on March 7, 2024, has left a void in both political and personal spheres. He is survived by his wife, Apostle Mrs. Lilian Kumah, and six children.