In May 1972, a symbolic funeral procession was held in Lagos, Nigeria, for former President Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Despite his body still being held by the Government of Guinea at the time, the ceremony served as a tribute to Nkrumah.

The event featured a large crowd following men carrying the casket through the streets, accompanied by singing and chanting.

Nkrumah passed away in Romania on April 27.

His body was flown to Conakry, Guinea, on April 30. Afterward, his remains were transported to Ghana, initially resting in his hometown of Nkroful in the Western Region. Eventually, they were moved to Accra and interred at the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum.

Nkrumah, who led Ghana to independence from British rule in 1957, is remembered for his significant role in the country's history.