A schedule of events has been released by the National Celebrations Planning Committee (NCPC) to mark Ghana’s 68th anniversary of independence.
The purpose of the celebrations, which will feature a variety of historical remembrances, educational contests, and a large ceremonial procession, is to inspire patriotism and interest in national history among the populace, especially the younger generation.
On Friday, February 28, the commemoration of the 28th February Crossroad Shooting Incident will kick off the scheduled events.
This yearly celebration honors the memory of three former service members who were shot in 1948 while demonstrating for their rights, an event that was crucial to Ghana’s struggle for independence.
The events planned to honor the 68th anniversary of Independence Day are listed below.
Activities for Ghana’s 68th Independence Anniversary have been finalized by the National Celebrations Planning Committee (NCPC).
The following are the scheduled activities:
- Commemoration of the 28th February Crossroad Shooting Incident on Friday, February 28, 2025.
- Finals of a nationwide school quiz competition on Sunday March 02, 2025.
- Finals of a nationwide debate competition on Tuesday March 04, 2025.
- President’s school children awards programme on Wednesday March 05, 2025.
- Ceremonial parade at the forecourt of the Presidency on Thursday March 06, 2025.
Event on February 28th
Ahead of the February 28 Wreath Laying Ceremony, the NCPC’s Communications Subcommittee will start releasing informational and instructive content for radio, television, and social media this week.
With this new strategy, we intend to honor and remember our soldiers while rekindling the attention and engagement of the general public and youngsters in the important national event.
To this end:
- We will be sharing interesting historical content on the happenings leading up to the 28th February 1948 shooting of three (3) ex-service men.
- The Communications Subcommittee will host an X-space conversation on the ‘Changing face of Civil Protests in Ghana: Lessons from the past and present.’
- Radio, television, online and print media are encouraged to host and publish conversations to promote the anniversary theme and other activities to deepen public participation.
- The wreath laying ceremony will take place at the Nationalism Park at 8 a.m. on February 28, 2025. The event will be broadcast live and streamed on multiple platforms.
- We encourage the media, bloggers and the public to actively participate by sharing information with your viewers, listeners and readers.
We anticipate your involvement and participation, and we’ll keep you informed about the remaining events later.
Source: newsthemegh.com