Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka
Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka was a Ghanaian military officer known for leading the coup that overthrew the country's first president, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, in 1966. His controversial legacy continues to spark discussions about national identity and the historical narratives surrounding Ghana's independence.
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The name 'Kotoka International Airport' honours Lt General Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka, a senior military officer involved in the 1966 coup that overthrew Ghana’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah.
Kotoka International Airport reverts to Accra International Airport
Ghana· 2026-02-24
Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka was a leading figure in the 1966 coup that overthrew Ghana’s first President, Kwame Nkrumah.
Minister explains why Parliamentary process not needed to restore Accra International Airport nameGhana· 2026-02-24
Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka was a key figure in the 1966 coup that overthrew Kwame Nkrumah and is associated with the naming of the airport.
Anti-Nkrumah apostles of democracy - Enimil Ashon writesGhana· 2026-02-13
Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka was a military officer involved in the 1966 coup that overthrew Nkrumah’s government.
Sankofa or symbolism? The debate over renaming Kotoka International AirportGhana· 2026-02-09
The name was changed to Kotoka International Airport in honour of Lieutenant General Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka.
Why government is renaming Kotoka Airport to Accra International AirportGhana· 2026-02-03
Lt. General Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka led the coup that overthrew Ghana’s first president, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
George Quaye: Must the airport necessarily be named after a politician?Ghana· 2025-02-24
