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Henry Quartey<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Ministry of the Interior has declared Monday, September 23, 2024, as a statutory public holiday to commemorate Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day.<\/p>\n

This holiday honours the birthday of Ghana\u2019s first president, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, which falls on September 21.<\/p>\n

Since this year\u2019s birthday falls on a Saturday, the President of the Republic of Ghana has declared Monday, September 23, as a statutory public holiday.<\/p>\n

Dr Nkrumah was born on September 21, 1909, in Nkroful, near Axim, in the Ellembelle District of the Western Region.
He played a pivotal role in Ghana\u2019s independence struggle and served as the country\u2019s first prime minister and president. Nkrumah\u2019s leadership was marked by socialistic policies and significant national projects aimed at strengthening the economy and educational system.<\/p>\n

In a statement, the Ministry of the Interior urged the public to observe the holiday across the country.<\/p>\n

This declaration follows the recognition of Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day, which commemorates the nation\u2019s founding fathers.<\/p>\n

Celebrating Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day<\/p>\n

Ghanaians typically celebrate Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day with parades, speeches, and reflections on Nkrumah\u2019s achievements.<\/p>\n

Despite the controversy surrounding his legacy, many people in Ghana acknowledge his positive contributions to the country\u2019s development.<\/p>\n

-BY Daniel Bampoe<\/strong><\/p>\n

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