Nkrumah’s courage and vision must continue to inspire Ghana – Vice President

Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called on Ghanaians to draw inspiration from the life, courage and vision of Ghana’s first President, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.

The Vice President made the call on Monday, September 21, 2026, as Ghana observed Founder’s Day and marked the 117th birthday anniversary of Dr. Nkrumah.

In a message commemorating the occasion, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang reflected on Dr. Nkrumah’s contribution to Ghana’s independence struggle and the wider campaign for African liberation.

She described the former President as an important figure whose political vision and commitment to the African people continue to hold relevance.

“On Founder’s Day, we honour the extraordinary life of Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, a towering figure in Ghana’s struggle for independence and Africa’s liberation,” the Vice President stated.

Prof. Opoku-Agyemang said the occasion offered Ghanaians an opportunity to reflect on the values associated with Dr Nkrumah and consider how those values could inform the country’s future.

She particularly highlighted his courage, his confidence in the capacity of African people and his belief that Africans should have the power to determine their own future.

“Let us draw renewed inspiration from his courage, belief in the African people, and unwavering conviction that we must ultimately shape our destiny,” she said.

The Vice President further urged Ghanaians to work collectively towards building a country that reflects the aspirations associated with Dr. Nkrumah’s vision.

“May his legacy continue to inspire us as we work together to build a Ghana worthy of his vision,” she added.

Founder’s Day is observed annually in Ghana in remembrance of Dr. Nkrumah and his contribution to the country’s independence and Pan-Africanism. The 2026 observance also coincided with the 117th anniversary of his birth.

Dr. Nkrumah was born on September 21, 1909, and became Ghana’s first Prime Minister following independence in 1957 before becoming the country’s first President.

His role in Ghana’s independence movement and his advocacy for African unity have continued to feature prominently in national commemorations.

The Vice President’s message comes amid nationwide activities marking the anniversary, with government officials and citizens reflecting on Ghana’s history and the contribution of key figures to the country’s development.

Her call focused on the need to preserve the ideals associated with the country’s independence struggle while applying the lessons of the past to contemporary national development.

By urging citizens to work together towards a Ghana worthy of Nkrumah’s vision, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang placed emphasis on collective responsibility and national development as part of the continuing relevance of the former President’s legacy.

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