Establishment of the Convention People's Party

In 1949, Kwame Nkrumah, a prominent Ghanaian nationalist, established the Convention People's Party (CPP) with the rallying cry of 'self-government now'. This political movement emerged as a response to the growing demand for independence from British colonial rule. The CPP was instrumental in mobilizing the Ghanaian populace through a campaign known as 'positive action', which emphasized non-violent protests, strikes, and noncooperation with the British authorities. Nkrumah's leadership and vision for a self-governing Ghana resonated deeply with the people, leading to widespread support for the party's initiatives. However, the British colonial government responded with repression, resulting in Nkrumah's arrest and a one-year imprisonment sentence. Despite this setback, the CPP continued to gain momentum, ultimately leading to Ghana's independence in 1957, with Nkrumah becoming the country's first prime minister and later its president. His legacy as a key figure in the fight for Ghanaian independence remains significant in the annals of African history. #Mooflife #MomentOfLife #KwameNkrumah #ConventionPeople'sParty #GhanaIndependence #AfricanNationalism #PositiveActionCampaign