Omanbapa Foundation, a Kumasi –based non-governmental organization, wants the government to afford all Ghanaians the opportunity to mourn the late President, John Atta Mills.

The group says the final funeral rites should be organized simultaneously nationwide at the district level to enable the citizenry pay their last respect the late President.

A statement issued by the Foundation said such arrangement will service the purpose of safety, accessibility and economic interest.

“We suggest that they open books of condolences in various districts, municipal and metropolitan grounds for the purpose of safety, accessibility and economic”, read statement.

Chairman of the Foundation, Ernest Yaw Dankwah explained traditional authorities can play significant roles in organizing the funerals.

He added the season should also be used to promote national cohesion and peace.

Meanwhile, the one week funeral celebrations for the late President are holding across the country.

The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council is partnering all political parties, the Clergy, Muslim community, traditional institutions and the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly to hold the rites at the Jubilee Park.

A non-denominational church service will take place at the Prempeh Assembly Hall.

Story by Kofi Adu Domfeh