Ghana’s Historical Narrative: Calls for Objectivity and Recognition of Dr. Danquah’s Legacy
Professor Ernest Kofi Abotsi criticized Ghana’s historical narrative as lacking objectivity, leading to self-deceit and dishonesty. Former President Akufo-Addo emphasized the need to honor Dr. JB Danquah’s legacy without overshadowing it by controversies. Both leaders called for justice and recognition of principles that underpin Ghanaian democracy.
Professor Ernest Kofi Abotsi, the Dean of the University of Professional Studies, Accra Law School, has articulated concerns regarding Ghana’s history, asserting that it lacks objectivity. He argues that this deficiency reflects the nation’s self-deceit and dishonesty, with pre-independence greed and historical appropriation being particularly detrimental. Abotsi tweeted, “Ghana’s lack of objective history reflects on our self-deceit & dishonesty & our pre-independence greed & historical appropriation which remains our bane today.”
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has also commented on the need to properly honor Dr. JB Danquah’s legacy, emphasizing that it should not be clouded by ongoing disputes regarding his contributions to Ghana’s political landscape. In a recent event celebrating Dr. Danquah, Akufo-Addo highlighted his steadfast commitment to the rule of law and individual freedoms, stating, “Danquah’s persistent pursuit for the rule of law to be entrenched in our body politic remains the ultimate guarantee of liberty and individual freedom.”
Akufo-Addo expressed regret over how controversy continues to surround Danquah’s legacy, remarking that despite his significant contributions, “his name continues to generate needless controversies, even in death as it did during his lifetime.” The event, attended by various political dignitaries, including the Minority Leadership and New Patriotic Party members, underscored the importance of recognizing Dr. Danquah’s principles. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin reiterated the need for justice in governance, alluding to recent incidents that challenge the integrity of democracy, emphasizing that “We must never allow the machinery of state power to operate beyond the bounds of justice.”
The discussions led by Professor Abotsi and Former President Akufo-Addo illuminate critical issues related to Ghana’s historical narrative and recognition of political figures. They stress the importance of objective history in combating self-deceit and highlight Dr. JB Danquah’s contributions, calling for justice and acknowledgment of foundational democratic principles in the nation.
Original Source: 3news.com
