In the prime of Maame Dokono’s career, rumours were circulated about her alleged affair with the late former president Jerry John Rawlings.

Years after the tabloid gossip from that time shared these unfounded claims, the actress, musician, and activist has now addressed the issue.

Maame Dokono, also known as Grace Omaboe, is preparing to release a book that details her career and life, covering her time both on and off the screen.

During an event at the Silverbird Cinemas in Accra on July 30, 2024, she took the opportunity to address this particular aspect of her life by refuting any involvement with the former president.

The book will encompass different facets of her life, such as giving birth to all six of her children through C-section, her interactions with Nana Konadu Agyemang Rawlings, and her involvement in the film industry, among other subjects.

“Some said they heard that I was the girlfriend of President Rawlings. Who is that person? Ah. I was never the girlfriend of President Rawlings,” she clarified.

She also recounted her political journey, revealing that it was Nana Konadu Agyemang Rawlings who introduced her to politics, describing the ordeals she went through as a result of her involvement in politics.

“Nana Konadu Agyemang Rawlings dragged me into politics. I joined both parties and if your party doesn’t win, you suffer and I really suffered for it. So I left politics,” she explained.

She said this at an event to celebrate her 80th birthday and her 60-year career in the Ghanaian movie industry.

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