Ghana marked its 68th Independence Day on March 6, 2025, with President John Mahama using the occasion to shed light on a dark chapter in the country's history. In his independence day speech, Mahama highlighted the role of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in the removal of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, the founder of modern Ghana.

Dr. Nkrumah, a key figure in Ghana's struggle for independence, was ousted in a joint military and police coup on February 24, 1966. Declassified documents from the United States archives have since revealed that the CIA was behind the coup, which plunged Ghana into decades of instability and military takeovers.

Mahama described the event as the most unfortunate and dark period in Ghana's history, stating that it started a chain of historical occurrences that caused the nation to regress. However, he also noted that despite the setbacks, Ghana has made significant progress, blossoming into a fully-fledged democracy with a healthy culture of peaceful power transfers.

The president's speech served as a reminder of the country's complex history and its journey towards democracy. Ghana's economy has faced significant challenges in recent years, but the country has made strides in other areas, including its position as Africa's leading gold exporter.

Mahama's revelation has sparked renewed interest in Ghana's history and its relationship with foreign powers. The country's independence day celebrations serve as an opportunity to reflect on its progress and challenges, and the president's speech has added a new layer of context to the nation's narrative.

As Ghana looks to the future, Mahama's speech has underscored the importance of learning from the past and forging a new path for progress and development. The country's journey towards democracy and self-reliance is ongoing, and the president's words have served as a timely reminder of the importance of national identity, unity, and patriotism.

Source: MyJoyOnline