Edward Quao, Director of the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, revealed that Martin Luther King Jr. attended Ghana’s independence declaration. He emphasized Nkrumah’s broad influence, which attracted various global figures over time, including Muhammad Ali and Maya Angelou.
Edward Quao, the Director of the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, has informed that several distinguished individuals, including many from the Western world, were present during Ghana’s independence declaration by Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Among these prominent figures was Martin Luther King Jr., the famed leader of the U.S. civil rights movement.
In an interview on GhanaWeb’s People and Places with Ernestina Serwaa Asante, Quao shared the historical relevance of the location, stating, “This is the same spot where Dr. Nkrumah stood and delivered his famous independence speech. However, most Ghanaians don’t know that among those in the crowd listening to him that day was Martin Luther King Jr., the U.S. civil rights icon.”
Quao also highlighted that Ghana has hosted numerous global luminaries such as legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, civil rights pioneer Malcolm X, American musician Louis Armstrong, and celebrated poet Maya Angelou. This demonstrates the country’s significance on the world stage.
Dr. Kwame Nkrumah’s influence, according to Quao, extended far beyond Ghana, leaving an indelible mark on the global landscape, especially throughout Africa.
The revelations from Edward Quao underscore the historic significance of Ghana’s independence declaration, with Martin Luther King Jr. being a notable witness. This moment exemplifies the interconnectedness of global civil rights movements and illustrates the profound impact of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, both in Ghana and beyond, as he attracted influential personalities to the nation.
Original Source: www.ghanaweb.com
