The news about the demise of Ghana's immediate past Vice President, Paa Kwesi Amissah Arthur, shocked the nation as many have taken to social media to extend their condolence.

The country woke up to news of the death of the Former Governor of the Bank of Ghana on Friday after he was rushed to the 37 Military Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Mr. Amissah-Arthur was reportedly jogging in the gym at the Air Force Gym where he collapsed.

Some Ghanaian entertainment personalities have also joined the public to pay tributes to the late former Vice President Paa Kwesi Amissah-Arthur on social media.

He was the fifth Vice-President of the Fourth Republic and was in office from August 6, 2012, until January 7, 2017, under President John Dramani Mahama.

Award winning broadcaster and GhOne TV news editor, Nana Aba Anamoah who could not find words to express shock simply tweeted; "Oh dear!!!"

Actress and TV host, Ama K Abebrese, in a tweet, said she was really saddened by the news.

“I’m saddened by the news of the death of former Vice President of Ghana. He was truly one of the most genuine people I’ve had the pleasure to meet. A fine politician and gentleman. Rest well Sir. #RIPAmissahArthur”

Actress and broadcaster, Joselyn Dumas also said:  “My heart goes out to the family, friends and close associates of the late former Vice President of Ghana, Mr. Kwesi Amissah Arthur. Be strong, God is with you.”

“R.I.P Former Vice President of the Republic of Ghana Paa Kwesi Amissah Arthur. God rest your Soul #MightyJesus,” Rapper Edem said.

Host of Drive Time on Joy FM, Lexis Bill eulogizing the former Vice President said he will take inspiration from Amissah-Arthur’s life.

“Our former Vice President @KBAmissahArthur has passed on. May your soul Rest In Peace, Sir. You served Ghana and we are saddened by your demise. We will soldier on with the nuggets of wisdom you left us. Damrifa Due!”  he tweeted.

“My condolences to his family, the NDC and the entire nation. RIP former Vice President H.E Paa Kwesi Amissah Arthur,”Radio host, Sammy Forson said.

Rapper Sarkodie simply said: “” after hearing the news.

Actor and NDC sympathizer, John Dumelo also tweeted; “RIP Uncle Kwesi. U served Ghana well”