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June 4 uprising

Also known as: June 4, 1979 uprising

2026-05-152026-07-31

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  1. May 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced a series of nationwide activities to commemorate this year’s June 4 uprising, with the party saying the event remains an important reminder of accountability, patriotism, and national renewal.

    NDC announces nationwide activities for June 4 commemoration
Opinion

Academic warns against return of tribunals as terror

The News

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

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Academic warns against return of tribunals as terror

    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

Monday 27 July

  1. Tribunals and injustice: Reflections on June 4th executions

    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

Monday 8 June

  1. NDC UK & Ireland marks 47th June 4 anniversary, opens two branches

    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

Friday 5 June

  1. Vice President leads 47th June 4 Uprising commemoration

    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

  2. Western Regional Minister urges commitment to June 4 ideals

    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

Thursday 4 June

  1. Vice President acknowledges unemployment, asks for public patience

    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

  2. Government prioritising roads, markets, hospitals for jobs and livelihoods

    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

  3. Vice President commends ministers for managing multiple duties

    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

Wednesday 20 May

  1. NDC plans lectures, events for June 4 commemoration

    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

Sunday 17 May

  1. NDC launches month-long observance of June 4 Uprising

    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

Friday 15 May

  1. NDC plans nationwide June 4 commemoration activities

    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

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