On 6th March, 1957, Ghana gained independence after 83 years of British colonial rule – becoming the first sub-Saharan African country to achieve independence from the British.

Since that day, every March 6 is celebrated across the country and among Ghanaians abroad with various activities, some of which are observed throughout the month.

Today marks 66 years since the West African country gained independence - and this year’s celebration is being held at Ho in the Volta Region for the very first time.

President Akufo-Addo in 2017 decided the Independence celebration be held on rational basis to open each of the 16 regions of Ghana to the world to boost the local economy.

Since the launch of the celebration last month, the Volta Regional Coordinating Council has been working feverishly to put the necessary arrangements in place to make this year’s event themed “Our Unity, Our Strength, Our Purpose” memorable.

The Special Guest of Honour for this year’s celebration is President Umaro Sissoco Embaló of Guinea Bissau, who is also the Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

Over 5,000 people from across the country, including members of the diplomatic corps, the clergy, traditional rulers and other dignitaries will be present at the Ho Municipality to participate in the event.

A total of 22 contingents from the various Security Agencies and 12 from the various schools in the Volta Region would be on parade, aside from other performances.

The 66 Artillery Regiment in Ho is in charge to lead preparations for the march past.

All roads leading to the Ho Municipality as well as the streets of Ho have been decorated with the Ghana flag, with several workplaces also draping their buildings in Ghana colours (red, yellow, green and black) to mark the occasion.

Also, the Ho township roads as well the Atimpoku-Ho road are being fixed. The streetlights on the road leading to the Youth Resource Centre at Adaklu have also been fixed.

Police armoured vehicles and armed personnel of the various security agencies have been positioned at various intersections and vantage points to ensure law and order.