Also known as: June 4, 1979 uprising
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The Chronicle
… Imagine the pain we have endured all these years.” That was June 1997; the words of Orphans of June 4. …
Tribunals: The return of terror – Prof Kwesi Yankah writesJoy Online
… Imagine the pain we have endured all these years.” That was June 1997; the words of Orphans of June 4. …
Tribunals: The return of terror – Prof Kwesi Yankah writesJoy Online
The UK & Ireland Chapter of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has commemorated the 47th anniversary of Ghana’s historic June 4 Uprising, reaffirming its commitment to the revolutionary values of probity, accountability, social justice, and good governance. …
NDC UK & Ireland marks 47th June 4 anniversary, expands reach with 2 new branchesJoy Online
The Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, on Thursday, laid a wreath at Banda-Ahenkro in the Bono Region, on behalf of the nation, to commemorate the 47th anniversary of the June 4 Uprising. …
Opoku-Agyemang leads 47th commemoration of June 4 UprisingThe Chronicle
… He said the June 4 Uprising continued to serve as a reminder that integrity, patriotism, discipline, probity, accountability and dedicated public service were the surest ways to advance the country’s development agenda. …
Western Regional minister charges Ghanaians to commit to ideals of June 4thJoy Online
… Speaking during the 47th Anniversary Commemoration of the June 4 Uprising at Banda-Ahenkro, the Vice President admitted that government has not yet succeeded in providing jobs for everyone but assured citizens that measures are being implemented to strengthen the economy and expa …
Gov’t acknowledges unemployment challenge, appeals for public support – Vice PresidentJoy Online
… Speaking during the 47th Anniversary Commemoration of the June 4 Uprising at Banda-Ahenkro, Prof Opoku-Agyemang noted that communities living along dusty and deteriorating roads endure difficult conditions daily, making road infrastructure a key priority for the government. …
Gov’t prioritising roads, markets and hospitals to improve lives and create jobs – Vice PresidentJoy Online
… Speaking during the 47th Anniversary Commemoration of the June 4 Uprising at Banda-Ahenkro, the Vice President said government remains committed to ensuring that policies outlined in its manifesto translate into tangible improvements in the lives of Ghanaians. …
Ministers making ‘huge sacrifice’ to deliver government’s agenda – Vice PresidentThe Chronicle
… Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has unveiled a series of activities nationwide to mark the June 4, 2026 edition of the party’s annual “NDC Month”. …
NDC to hold public lectures, commemorative events to mark June 4Joy Online
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) on Friday launched “NDC Month” as part of activities marking the June 4 Uprising, with a call on members to uphold the values of patriotism, sacrifice, accountability and selflessness. …
NDC begins ‘Party Month’, urges members to embrace patriotismProf. Kwesi Yankah reflects on the June 4, 1979 executions, citing the lack of fair trial for those killed and drawing parallels to concerns about tribunal proceedings. He recounts accounts from orphans of those executed, emphasizing the injustice of their deaths without proper legal defense.
28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Prof. Kwesi Yankah reflects on the June 4, 1979 executions, citing the lack of fair trial for those killed and drawing parallels to concerns about tribunal proceedings. He recounts accounts from orphans of those executed, emphasizing the injustice of their deaths without proper legal defense.
28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Prof Kwesi Yankah writes an opinion piece reflecting on the June 4th, 1979 executions in Ghana, highlighting the pain of orphans whose fathers were executed without proper trial — only "kangaroo courts" with unseen judges. The piece questions whether due process was afforded to those killed and contrasts their treatment with contemporary cases where officials were given legal representation.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The UK & Ireland Chapter of Ghana's National Democratic Congress commemorated the 47th anniversary of June 4 with an event in Southend, Essex, attended by party officials and Ghana's Deputy High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, reaffirming commitment to revolutionary values of probity, accountability, and good governance. The chapter also announced expansion with two new branches.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang laid a wreath at Banda-Ahenkro to mark the 47th anniversary of the June 4 Uprising, which was staged in 1979 by former President Jerry John Rawlings to strengthen probity, accountability and social justice. The ceremony included wreath-laying, a perpetual flame lighting, and a parade by students, with the event themed "Strengthening State Institutions: Lessons from the June 4, 1979 Uprising."
5 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Mr Joseph Nelson, Western Regional Minister, has called on Ghanaians to be inspired by the June 4, 1979 Uprising and commit to ideals of probity, accountability, and integrity to build a prosperous nation. He noted the Uprising as a turning point in Ghana's political history that reminds citizens that demands for accountability must be grounded in rule of law and democratic principles.
5 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang acknowledged the unemployment challenge facing Ghana and assured citizens that government is committed to addressing it, while appealing for patience and support as it rolls out job-creation interventions. She called on Ghanaians to partner with government in development efforts and noted that every profession and occupation plays a vital role in the country's progress.
4 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang says the government's focus on road infrastructure, market redevelopment and healthcare facilities is a deliberate response to citizen concerns raised during the election campaign, aimed at improving livelihoods and creating jobs across the country.
4 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has praised ministers and MMDCEs for their sacrifices in advancing the government's development agenda, noting that many are managing constituencies, parliamentary duties, and cabinet responsibilities often without deputies. She stressed that government remains committed to ensuring its manifesto policies translate into tangible improvements in citizens' lives.
4 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) will hold public lectures and commemorative events nationwide to mark the June 4, 2026 edition of its annual "NDC Month," with the theme "Strengthening State Institutions: Lessons from the June 4, 1979 Uprising." The NDC General Secretary said the commemoration reflects on accountability, discipline, integrity, and social justice in governance.
20 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
The National Democratic Congress launched "NDC Month" (May 15–June 22) to mark the June 4 Uprising, featuring lectures, commemorative ceremonies and educational activities across Ghana, culminating in the Bono Region. The General Secretary said the observance provides an opportunity to reflect on and recommit to the party's founding ideals of patriotism, sacrifice, accountability and selflessness.
17 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Democratic Congress announced a series of nationwide activities throughout June to commemorate the June 4, 1979 uprising, involving party members, traditional authorities, community leaders, youth groups, and civil society organisations. The party's General Secretary said the observance honours the enduring ideals of the uprising and its impact on Ghana's democratic development.
15 May 2026 · Joy Online →