Democracy Hub and the Convention People’s Party (CPP) have filed a lawsuit at Ghana’s Supreme Court, seeking to remove the name “Kotoka” from the nation’s primary international airport. Apexnewsgh reports
The lawsuit challenges the legacy of Lieutenant-General Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka, a key figure in Ghana’s inaugural coup d’état in 1966, which ousted President Kwame Nkrumah’s democratically elected administration.
The plaintiffs argue that honoring Kotoka contradicts Ghana’s dedication to democratic governance. They claim that the General Kotoka Trust Decree of 1969, which officially named the airport, endorses military rule, an stance they believe is inappropriate for a modern democratic Ghana.
Democracy Hub and the CPP contend that renaming the airport would convey a powerful national message opposing unconstitutional governance. This lawsuit has sparked a nationwide discussion about Ghana’s historical narratives and the criteria for honoring past leaders.
If the lawsuit succeeds, it could set a precedent for reevaluating other national monuments and symbols linked to periods of military rule and unconstitutional governance. The Supreme Court has yet to schedule a hearing for the case.
In the meantime, Democracy Hub and the CPP are rallying support from civil society organizations, activists, and historians to back their cause. They urge Ghanaians to ensure that public monuments align with the nation’s democratic ideals.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
