Who were the first Europeans to invade Africa?
Portuguese
Who colonized Africa first?
British
What European country was the first to bring African slaves to the Americas?
Who was the first European to come to Gold Coast?
Who sent the Portuguese to Gold Coast?
Prince Henry the Navigator
What killed Nkrumah?
27 April 1972
Did the queen dance with the president of Ghana?
The Queen danced gaily with Ghana’s president in 1961, seemingly unaware that their dance was a symbolic moment in the history of the Commonwealth. Despite bombings in the capital, the Queen had insisted on this tour to make sure the unstable African republic did not leave the Commonwealth.
Who overthrew Acheampong?
On October 9, 1975, Fred Akuffo was appointed a member of the ruling Supreme Military Council government due to his position as the Ghana army commander. On July 5, 1978, he led a palace coup to overthrow the head of state, General Acheampong.
Who is president of Ghana?
Nana Akufo-Addo
What is the salary of Ghana President?
President of Ghana
| President of the Republic of Ghana | |
|---|---|
| Formation | Republic Day 1 July 1960 1992 Constitution 15 May 1992 |
| Deputy | Vice-President of Ghana |
| Salary | US$76,000 annually |
| Website | (in English) presidency.gov.gh (in English) ghana.gov.gh |
How old is Ghana?
Ghana
| Republic of Ghana | |
|---|---|
| Legislature | Parliament |
| Independence from the United Kingdom | |
| • Dominion | 6 March 1957 |
| • Republic | 1 July 1960 |
Who is the father of Nana Akufo-Addo?
Edward Akufo-Addo
How many wives does Akufo-Addo have?
Nana Akufo-Addo
| His Excellency Nana Akufo-Addo | |
|---|---|
| Born | William Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo 29 March 1944 Accra, Gold Coast (now Ghana) |
| Political party | New Patriotic Party |
| Spouse(s) | Rebecca Griffiths-Randolph |
| Children | 5 daughters |
Is Akufo-Addo dead?
Deceased (1906–1979)
How old is Akufo-Addo now?
76 years (29 March 1944)
What is the name of Nana Akufo-Addo wife?
Rebecca Akufo-Addo
Who was the president of Ghana in 1970?
In a special election on August 31, 1970, former Chief Justice Edward Akufo-Addo was chosen president, and Dr. Busia became prime minister.
What school did Akufo-Addo?
University of Ghana1964–1967
How many children did Edward Akufo-Addo have?
| Edward Akufo-Addo | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| Political party | Non-partisan |
| Spouse(s) | Adeline Y. Akufo-Addo (née Nana Yeboakua Ofori-Atta) (d. 2004) |
| Children | 4, including Nana Akufo-Addo |
Who founded the New Patriotic Party?
New Patriotic Party
| New Patriotic Party Twi: Ahofama Foforo Kuw | |
|---|---|
| General Secretary | John Boadu |
| Founder | Albert Adu Boahen |
| Founded | 28 July 1992 |
| Preceded by | UGCC, United Party(UP), Progress Party |
Who is the MP for Bantama?
Bantama (Ghana parliament constituency)
| Bantama | |
|---|---|
| Region | Ashanti Region of Ghana |
| Current constituency | |
| Party | New Patriotic Party |
| MP | Daniel Okyem Aboagye |
What is the motto of NDC?
National Democratic Congress (Ghana)
| National Democratic Congress | |
|---|---|
| Colors | Green, White, Red, Black |
| Slogan | Unity, Stability and Development |
| Anthem | “Arise, Arise for Ghana” |
| Parliament | 137 / 275 |
Who was Atta Mills running mate in 2000?
Mumuni left parliament in 2004 when he became John Atta Mills’ vice-Presidential running mate….Muhammad Mumuni.
| Hon. Muhammad Mumuni | |
|---|---|
| Personal details | |
| Born | 28 July 1949 |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| Political party | National Democratic Congress |
How many seats has the NDC won?
Current composition
| Affiliation | Members |
|---|---|
| National Democratic Congress (NDC) | 137 |
| Independent | 1 |
| Total | 275 |
| Government Majority | -1 |
Who is the general secretary of NDC?
Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, popularly known as General Mosquito, is an Ghanaian politician and the General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Who is the 8th speaker of parliament in Ghana?
List of Speakers
| Legislative Council of the Gold Coast | ||
|---|---|---|
| President | Time frame | Period |
| Edward Adjaho | January 2013 – January 2017 | 4th Republic (6th parliament) |
| Aaron Mike Oquaye | January 2017 – January 2021 | 4th Republic (7th parliament) |
| Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin | January 2021 – Incumbent | 4th Republic (8th parliament) |
Is bantama a district?
Bantama is suburb of Kumasi. Kumasi is the regional capital of the Ashanti Region of Ghana….
| Bantama | |
|---|---|
| Country | Ghana |
| Region | Ashanti Region |
| District | Kumasi Metropolitan District |
| Elevation | 912 ft (278 m) |
Which district is Komfo Anokye hospital?
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) is located in Kumasi, the Regional Capital of Ashanti Region with a total projected population of 4,780,380 (2010 Ghana Population Census).
What is the biggest hospital in Ghana?
It is currently the third largest hospital in Africa and the leading national referral centre in Ghana….
| Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital | |
|---|---|
| Emergency department | Yes |
| Beds | 1600 |
| History | |
| Opened | 9 October 1923 |