The atmosphere was filled with excitement and patriotism as people of all ages and backgrounds gathered to celebrate their shared heritage.

At the Park, students embarked on a tour to explore objects that showcased Ghana’s rich history about Ghana’s first President Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, who led the fight to gain independence for Ghana.

It was all joy at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park as a lot of people trooped in to have a feel of the beautiful sceneries and also enjoy themselves.

Families and friends enjoyed leisurely strolls through the Park’s beautiful gardens, taking in the beauty of the surroundings. Laughter and chatter filled the air as people shared moments of joy and togetherness.

Martha, a first time visitor to the Park expressed how excited she was to be with her family at the Museum. “It is a joyous moment and I am excited because I am here with my family. I heard of the Museum being renovated and I just needed a day to come see the place since I haven’t been here before. The day being Independence Day and a holiday as well is just a perfect day to see the renovation and also commemorate what our Osagyefo did for our country. I am really having a good time,” she added.

Food vendors who had a field day lined up at a designated place on the park to offer appealing delicacies. The aroma of the meals carried through the air, tempting taste buds and satisfying hungry appetites. Visitors from other parts of the country also joined in the festivities swaying to the rhythms.

“I am really enjoying myself right here inside the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park. I will visit this colourful site over and over again. I just love Ghana, it is just an exciting place to be. The food, the hospitality, the music, the dance, just everything is lovely. I chose to come here today because I know Ghana is celebrating its 67^th Independence Day and it is just worth it to explore right at the museum of the warrior who aided Ghana to gain independence.” Indriana, a German visitor at the Museum gladly said.

As the day progressed, in and outside the park grounds became a hub for entertainment. Music and dance from different angles of the Park got people moving to the tunes and rhythms. Some section of people also had their celebrations by the roadside in front of the Park.

“Whether in or out, it is all part of Nkrumah’s Museum. We are here with friends and we are also commemorating this special day on the streets. It is the Ayalolo health walk and we have walked on the streets right from Jamestown to this place.

“We will finally end it at the Independence Square. But while we are right in front of the Museum we want to feel our Osagyefo,” the Ayalolo group said and explained that they always dress like their forefathers on every 6^th of March to remember the old school days.

Independence Day at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park was a spirited reflection of a proud people. It brought together students, ordinary folks, and visitors from all walks of life.

In her post on X, Sister Deborah emphasized that true freedom for Ghanaians cannot be achieved if the queer community is not granted the same freedoms.

She also called for the removal of the notion of ‘freedom’ from the country’s motto of “Freedom and Justice,” highlighting the importance of inclusivity and equality for all.

Using hashtags such as #QueerGhanaianLivesMatter and #KillTheBill, Sister Deborah voiced her opposition to the controversial anti-LGBTQ Bill recently passed by Ghana’s Parliament.

The Bill, awaiting presidential assent, aims to criminalize LGBTQ activities and impose sanctions on individuals involved in promoting, advocating, or funding such activities.

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Posting on X, aka Twitter, Trigmatic, born as Enoch Nana Yaw Oduro-Adjei, underscored the vital contribution of the creative arts industry in shaping Ghana’s history and driving economic growth.

He emphasized that music, fashion, film, and other creative endeavours have played a pivotal role in showcasing Ghana’s rich cultural heritage and creating sustainable development opportunities.

As the country celebrates its independence, the role of artistes, musicians, filmmakers and fashion designers in promoting Ghanaian culture both locally and internationally cannot be overstated.

Trigmatic’s message serves as a call to action for stakeholders to prioritize the creative arts sector and leverage its immense potential for the benefit of the nation and its people.

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In a video he shared on X, the farmer described agriculture as a realm of possibilities for a greater Ghana.

Despite the challenges and hardships faced by many, he urged Ghanaians to remain hopeful and make the best use of available resources to improve their lives.

Mr. Dumelo emphasized the role of agriculture in laying the foundation for “a prosperous future, where dreams are nurtured, obstacles are overcome, and hope is harvested.”

He expressed confidence in Ghana’s resilience, describing it as a nation of hope and possibilities.

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The day marks then Prime Minister, Dr Kwame Nkrumah’s declaration of independence from the United Kingdom on 6 March 1957.

In 2017, President Akufo-Addo announced the celebration will be rotated and held in each region annually.

In view of this, the 2024 Independence Day parade will be held at Koforidua Youth Resource Centre in the Eastern region.

Theme “Our Democracy, Our Pride, the parade will feature selected school children and security services.

President Alassane Ouattara of Côte d’Ivoire will be the Special guest of honour.

Members of the diplomatic corps, the clergy, traditional leaders and other dignitaries are expected to participate in the event.

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Many of the residents see the occasion as an opportunity to showcase the rich cultural diversity, the people’s history, and the socioeconomic potential of one of Ghana’s serene urban areas.

Indeed, the stakes are high, given the Region’s crucial role in securing Ghana’s independence in 1957.

The region has most of the ‘Big Six’ icons who helped lead the country to independence.

Koforidua, founded in 1875, is noted for its tropical forests, cascading waterfalls, tourist attractions, and beautiful landscape.

Ahead of the anniversary celebration, the town has been adorned with the country’s red, yellow, and green flags at every visible corner, flying proudly in the bustling streets.

When the Ghana News Agency (GNA) visited the Koforidua Youth Resource Center on Tuesday, the venue for the anniversary programme, the place was decorated with national flags, memorable portraits of liberation fighters, and other historical scenes from the struggle for independence.

A team from Zoomlion Ghana Limited, a waste collection and management company, was also busy finishing preparations.

According to Faustina Shardey, the company’s Regional Coordinator, the authorities fumigated the entire Centre to help tidy it up.

On security, the National Security Council was also taking precautions to ensure public safety, with police personnel deployed at every vantage point.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) was also at work, bringing on board an array of fire tenders specifically for the programme.

Some traders were observed selling event paraphernalia and other souvenirs to enhance their livelihoods.

“It is a dream come true that we are hosting the national event of our independence anniversary, because the Region played no mean a role in advancing the nation’s cause for self-rule,” Baba Musa Mohammed, a Muslim cleric, told the Ghana News Agency (GNA), in an interview.

He lauded the government for its rotational policy in hosting the independence celebration and hoped that the Region would not disappoint.

Many schoolteachers, pupils, and students visited the Centre to feel the impending occasion.

In an interview, they expressed optimism about the Region’s hosting of the event.

Speaking on Hitz FM’s Daybreak Hitz, Bullgod said putting up an event like that should be considered the state’s contribution to the creative arts sector.

According to him, the event could go a long way to put monies into the pockets of creativity in the country.

“An event like this can be done on our independence day. I think that should be the state’s contribution to our space.”

Though Bullgod admits that organising such an event will incur a lot of cost and could burden the coffers of the state, he believes it will be worth it.

He stressed that allocating a budget for such an event should not be a problem since government on multiple occasions has invested heavily in other sectors in the past.

“All we need is some huge capital injection. Ghana should pay for it. What will it cost us? We go out there to take a lot of money for other projects and we can take a chunk of that money to do this.

“They should dedicate an amount of money to organise it every Independence Day.”

The Global Citizen Festival 2022 delivered one of the best shows Ghanaians have ever witnessed.

From stage design and sound to artistes’ craft and delivery, audiences both at the Black Star square and at home were enamoured by the event.

The event saw the likes of Stonebwoy, Sarkodie, Gyakie, Yaw Tog, Kwesi Arthur, Oxlade, Tiwa Savage, Tems and Pheelz mount the stage to deliver electrifying performances on the night.

The night was also crowned by stunning performances from multiple-award-winning American superstar Usher, UK’s Stormzy as well as American R&B singer SZA.

Global Citizen raised $2.4 billion to end extreme poverty. Also, Canada and the European Commission committed $1.6 billion to the global fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria.

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The move is to ease human and vehicular traffic to and from the venue before and during the 65th Independent anniversary celebration.

The roads are Pedu junction-Abura highway, Jukwa-Pedu junction, Kwamina Walker road -Cape Coast Sports Stadium and the University of Cape Coast-Stadium-Abura.

There would be diversions to the closed roads, while MTTD officials would be deployed for effective traffic management in the area.

Inspector Isaac Evans Ettie told the Ghana News Agency that security men would be stationed at vantage points to conduct searches and assist invited guests to the parade grounds.

He said access to the stadium had been limited to the vehicles of some designated guests and the security services, adding that unauthorized parking would not be allowed.

Inspector Ettie charged motorists to use alternative routes and urged the public to cooperate with security officers.

Invited guests to the Independence Parade were also encouraged to carry their invitation cards to the venue to enable them to access the vehicle parking lots.

The Independence Day celebration has in recent years been moved from Accra, where it had been held all these years, to Tamale in the Northern Region, Kumasi in the Ashanti Region and now to Cape Coast, in the Central Region.

The decentralization of the national event is to bring meaning, experience and the story of the country’s independence closer to Ghanaians across the country.

After decades of political struggle by the ‘Big Six’, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, who later led the Convention People’s Party (CPP) in the push for independence, became the first Prime Minister of the colony from 1954 to 1956, and subsequently became the first President when Ghana finally gained independent on March 6, 1957.

On the eve of Ghana’s Independence on March 5, 1957, Dr Nkrumah declared Ghana as an independent country from British colonial rule at the Old Polo Grounds in Accra.

Beyond the normal parade and speeches on Sunday, the event ground is expected to be flooded with personalities in traditional wear, mainly Kente to showcase the rich culture of Ghana.

Thousands of very important personalities, including high-ranking members of the security services, will join the President on the dais, while notable organizations and schoolchildren will march at the event.

As Ghana marks its 64th birthday, the contestants have reiterated the need to uphold the virtues that serve as the pillars of the great motherland.

‘Yen Ara Assase Ne’ is all the patriots needed to earn salutes from the selected few who were witnessing the event live on YouTube and the many others connected via zoom.

Also, the contestants sang the Nsoromma theme song which had the loyal guests singing along.

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The President believes the quota of each citizen will go a long way for Ghana to achieve its aim of becoming self-sufficient and prosperous.

President Akufo-Addo made the call at the 64th Independence Day celebration at the Jubilee House on Saturday, March 6, 2021.

“We must all step up and play significant roles in the development of Ghana, our motherland.

“Let us bequeath to our children, their children, and generations unborn a nation of hope and opportunity, not one of despair and retrogression,” he urged.

The President, among other things, reiterated his commitment to revamp the economy as the adverse effects of the coronavirus pandemic continue to hinder development.

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“Ghana is taking steps to revitalise the economy. A process that is hinged on the GHS 1 billion Ghana Cares Obatanpa programme. This is aimed at transforming our economy, which is our main national priority,” he said.

He added: “The Minister for Finance will within the month, provide further details on measures to be taken to spiral the process of economic recovery.”

This was in a brief message to citizens as the nation marks its 64th Independence Day celebration on March 6, 2021.

Mr Mahama took to his social media page to extend the message and wished all citizens a happy anniversary.

“We have only one nation, Ghana and we must work together to ensure progress and growth of our dear nation.

“We can only do this if we ensure equality, freedom and justice for all our citizens,” he urged.

Ghana’s Independence Day celebrations usually feature well-rehearsed and coordinated parades from various schools across the country.

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However, in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, all related activities were suspended, except for a

mini-parade by personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces at the Jubilee House to commemorate the day.

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Ghana’s Independence Day celebrations usually feature well-rehearsed and coordinated parades from various schools across the country.

In attendance was President Nana Akufo-Addo and his vice, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and other state protocols.

There was also a parade by personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces.

However, in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, all related activities were suspended.

Thus, there was no parade, neither was the Independence Square march by schools and organisations held.

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Prior to the big event on Saturday, gunshots were heard from the premises of the seat of government on Wednesday as part of ongoing rehearsals by the Ghana Armed Forces for the 21-gun salute as is the norm.

To celebrate Nigeria’s Independence Day, host of Nigerian celebrities, singers, actors, and influencers took to social media to express their own views about Nigeria.

From motivational messages, photoshoots and experiences, top personalities hinted how hopeful they are the country is maturing into greatness.

Below are some pictures and quotes of celebrities:

Nollywood actress, Stella Damasus took to her Twitter to also share some words. She said:

We may not be happy with the state of our country, but we can’t deny the fact that God loves us. If we curse our land, it will never bear fruit. If we bless our land, things will change. I still have hope. Nigeria is 60. Happy Independence Day Naija, & Happy new month to you all

BBNaija’s Dorathy Bachor joined in on the action as well saying:

As a true Delta State Queen, and a Nigerian to the roots, I celebrate with my Motherland, the true giant of Africa, my beloved country, NIGERIA.

BBNaija Star Prince Nelson Enwerem dressed as a Commander in Chef of the Royal Army (name of his fanbase) as he ordered for citizens to save the fatherland.

Nigeria’s own DJ Cuppy also decked out in her best Nigerian attire and said:

Happy Independence Day, may our Naija never carry last IJN!

Singer Yemi Alade used the opportunity to post a video of her singing a song about corruption in Nigeria as well as writing to accompany it:

Happy Independence Day Nigeria. Enjoy my live session for my song “CIA – criminal in agbada “ a song I wrote with the disappointments that those who either hijacked power or elected into office by Nigerians have brought and still bring millions of Nigerians since 1960 .

Actor and singer Banky W posted a picture of he and his wife, actress Adesua Etomi posing while Adesua holds a Nigerian flag and said:

“Patriotism is loyalty to your country all the time, and loyalty to your Government when it deserves it.” – Mark Twain. I hope we realize that the Nation we seek starts with me and you. I hope we learn to talk and do. Happy Independence Day Nigeria

Fashion Designer, Medlin Boss donned her green and white two-piece ensemble to celebrate. Nigeria ?? At 60 God Bless Our Mother LAND ?#The LAND IS GREEN ?
Happy Independence Day

Veteran actress, Eucharia Anunobi charged Nigerians to do their bit in changing the narrative of the country rather than enjoying the blame game. Don’t wish for a better Nigeria. Do your bit. Shun all practices that dent our image here and outside. WELCOME TO OCTOBER, OUR MONTH OF DOUBLE BLESSINGS. HAPPY 60TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY !!!

Enjoy beautiful photos below:

For this independence celebration, scheduled to take place in Kumasi, the Ashanti regional capital, the best place to be is Kokomlemle where all patrons get to eat fufu for free by just bringing an asanka’

From Abunuabunu, light soup, chicken soup to goat soup, palm nut soup to werewere and fresh fish soup, there will be more than enough to satisfy all patrons.

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There will also be fun moments as people present will get to interact with their favourite Adom TV presenters and the numerous faces of Multimedia Group at large.

This year’s edition of the much talked about party, dubbed #Timtim, which has over the years welcomed patrons from far and near places in Accra and beyond, will be much bigger and better.

You cannot afford to miss the thrilling live band and spectacular performances from Ghana’s finest highlife and hip life artistes.

On 2nd thoughts there’s nothing to celebrate. Pupils lie on their stomachs to study in Yikurugu, UER, teachers teach IT with no computers all over the country etc. Yet we budget millions to celebrate 6th March? Ghana without aid starts with us getting our priorities straight.

— Mr Dumelo (@johndumelo1) March 6, 2018

Meanwhile, some Ghanaians also shared their views on twitter concerning Mr Dumelo’s tweet.

All this been happening almost 8years back..you never mentioned a word couse of that previous government was favorable to you..You knew all this but you took vehicles and chop money from the previous government .such people like u at the reason Gh is suffering

— Amin Abdulai (@alonsochalpagn) March 6, 2018

@johndumelo1 your NDC government did it so don’t complain. And you will also do the same when you are given the opportunity

— Brainbox (@Brainbox6691) March 6, 2018

It’s gonna continue regardless who’s in power I guess that’s what he meant and he’s not lying

— Ghana BA (@manaphmeek) March 6, 2018

So who do we blame?. Our leaders?? No! Ourselves.. Big things at big places were made and discovered by big people.. We all have a role to play in the betterment of our nation…
Its time the big men advocate to the people that Ghana can also be like Paris but it depends on us.

— babygirl® (@joweynewguy) March 6, 2018

Is this another way to stay as opposition? America celebrate their independence and is everything ok with them? At least there is a few things we can jubilate of, like #Peace #NoFamine #NoBigDisasters and all… let’s be grateful

— kwadwo_king (@kwadwoKing69) March 6, 2018