Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has thrown his support behind government’s decision to rename Kotoka International Airport, arguing that Ghana’s premier international gateway should not be named after a figure linked to the overthrow of the country’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah.
In a social media post on Tuesday, the Minister said the country must ensure that its national symbols reflect historical truth, unity and democratic values, rather than glorifying controversial episodes in Ghana’s political past.
His comments follow an announcement by Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga that government intends to rename Kotoka International Airport as Accra International Airport, with a bill to be presented to Parliament in line with established procedures.
Mr Armah-Kofi Buah described the proposed change as a welcome and long-overdue move, stating that renaming the airport would promote neutrality, foster national unity and project a forward-looking identity for Ghana.