The Convention People’s Party (CPP) has formally expressed deep appreciation to President John Dramani Mahama and his administration for reinstating July 1 as Republic Day and September 21 as Founder’s Day—two holidays historically tied to Ghana’s first President, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
In a statement issued on Thursday, June 26, 2025, the CPP, speaking on behalf of Nkrumahists across the globe, commended the President, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government, and Members of the Ninth Parliament for the legislative action that restored these important dates to the national calendar.
“The Party had been given another reason to celebrate, because of the reinstatement of 1st July as Republic Day, and 21st September as Founder’s Day in honour of Dr Nkrumah,” the statement noted.
The Party’s gratitude comes just two weeks after the 76th anniversary of its founding in Saltpond by Dr. Nkrumah—a milestone that now coincides with renewed national recognition of his legacy.
Highlighting the significance of the restored holidays, the CPP stated:
“The events of 1st July 1960, when Ghana transitioned from a parliamentary system with a Governor-General to a republic with the Founder of the Convention People’s Party, and Ghana, Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah as its first president, was indeed worthy as a day of rest, celebration, and sober reflection, and the same goes for 21st September 1909, the date on which Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah was born.”
The Party hailed the move as a long-overdue correction that aligns with Ghana’s historical identity and the enduring influence of Nkrumah’s vision. It described the reestablishment of the holidays as an important step in preserving the memory of Nkrumah’s contributions to Ghana’s independence and republican status.
“The CPP was immensely grateful for the restoration of these dates to the importance they deserve,” the statement concluded.
The reinstatement of the holidays has been widely welcomed by Nkrumahists and Pan-Africanists alike, who see the move as a reaffirmation of Ghana’s founding ideals and a tribute to the legacy of one of Africa’s most iconic leaders.
