Edward Quao, Director of the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, revealed that Martin Luther King Jr. was present at Ghana’s independence declaration speech by Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Quao emphasizes Nkrumah’s significant impact on a global scale and highlights the presence of other notable figures in Ghana’s history.

Edward Quao, the Director of the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, has disclosed that numerous esteemed individuals were present during the declaration of Ghana’s independence by Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Notably, the influential civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. was among the crowd that gathered to witness this historic event.

During an interview on GhanaWeb’s “People and Places,” Quao highlighted that few Ghanaians are aware that Martin Luther King Jr. attended Nkrumah’s independence speech at the iconic location where it was delivered. “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,” he remarked.

Quao also mentioned that Ghana has been a host to various global luminaries, including sports figure Muhammad Ali, activist Malcolm X, musician Louis Armstrong, and renowned writer Maya Angelou. According to him, Dr. Nkrumah’s influence transcends national borders, making a profound impact on Africa and beyond.

In summary, the revelation by Edward Quao about Martin Luther King Jr.’s presence during Ghana’s declaration of independence highlights the global significance of this historical moment. Furthermore, it underscores Dr. Kwame Nkrumah’s expansive influence and the legacy of notable figures who have celebrated Ghana’s commitment to freedom and equality.

Original Source: www.ghanaweb.com