Professor Joseph Osafo has urged the government to reinstate July 1st as a statutory public holiday.
Ghana, which became a Republic on July 1, 1960, traditionally celebrated this day until the Akufo-Addo administration reclassified it as a commemorative day.
Instead, August 4th was introduced as a statutory holiday to honor the founders of Ghana.
During an appearance on Peace FM’s “Kokrokoo” morning show, Prof. Osafo emphasized the importance of restoring July 1st, highlighting its significance to Ghana.
He expressed that removing its statutory status has diminished a “certain sense of nationalism.”
Prof. Osafo also contended that celebrating Republic Day as a statutory holiday “sends a message” and positively influences the national psyche.
He argued that a commemorative day lacks the same authoritative impact.