Ghanaian minister calls for African unity — MyJoyOnline
Ghana’s Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, called on Ghanaians and Africans at the NkrumahFest 2026 festival in Nkroful to renew their commitment to self-determination, Pan-Africanism, self-reliance and shared prosperity. The event is dedicated to the 117th anniversary of the birth of Ghana’s first president, Kwame Nkrumah, MyJoyOnline reports.
Nkrumah’s legacy
This year’s NkrumahFest is being held under the theme: “Nkrumah @117: Honouring His Legacy — Africa Must Unite or Perish.” According to Buah, the annual commemoration should be not only a ceremony but also an opportunity to assess how closely Ghana and Africa live up to Nkrumah’s vision.
The minister noted that Nkrumah’s legacy should be assessed not only by monuments or historical references, but also by the institutions and infrastructure that still serve Ghanaians. Among the examples, he named the Akosombo Dam, Tema Port, Adomi Bridge, the University of Ghana, the University of Cape Coast, the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, the Bank of Ghana and the State Housing Corporation.
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Buah stressed that major projects should be designed for future generations rather than short-term political considerations. He also called for reflection on whether Africa has made sufficient progress in the political and economic integration advocated by Nkrumah.
Natural resources
According to the minister, Pan-Africanism should involve not only political declarations but also practical steps to facilitate cooperation and movement between African countries. As an example of obstacles to deeper integration, he cited issues related to movement and border arrangements between Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire.
Buah also linked Nkrumah’s legacy to environmental protection. He called for support for government efforts to combat illegal mining and environmental degradation, as well as to preserve rivers, forests and other natural resources for future generations. The week-long NkrumahFest programme in Nkroful, Nkrumah’s birthplace, includes cultural, educational and community events.
