CAF pays tribute to Annan
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has paid tribute to the late Kofi Annan, the Ghanaian, who served as the secretary-general of the United Nations (UN) for several years.
In a statement, CAF president Ahmad Ahmad paid tribute to Annan.
“It is with sadness that in my capacity as president of the Confederation Africaine de Football, I learned of the death Kofi Annan in Bern (Switzerland) at the age of 80.
“He was an illustrious person of great African history and ex-secretary-general of the UN between 1997 and 2006.
“A diplomat, economist and statesman known for his legendary wisdom and good political sense, Kofi Annan made his mark with his exceptional qualities of resolving international conflicts, opening of dialogue in areas devastated by wars and conflicts, revolts and his involvement in the development of the African continent, of which he knew all the assets and torments.
“Many times he helped bring people together and fostered peace. A keen football lover, he often made presentations in major African football matches.”
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In a statement, CAF president Ahmad Ahmad paid tribute to Annan.
“It is with sadness that in my capacity as president of the Confederation Africaine de Football, I learned of the death Kofi Annan in Bern (Switzerland) at the age of 80.
“He was an illustrious person of great African history and ex-secretary-general of the UN between 1997 and 2006.
“A diplomat, economist and statesman known for his legendary wisdom and good political sense, Kofi Annan made his mark with his exceptional qualities of resolving international conflicts, opening of dialogue in areas devastated by wars and conflicts, revolts and his involvement in the development of the African continent, of which he knew all the assets and torments.
“Many times he helped bring people together and fostered peace. A keen football lover, he often made presentations in major African football matches.”
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