Samia and Sekou Nkrumah reveal how the 1966 coup affected their late brother

Samia and Sekou Nkrumah have provided insight into the profound impact the 1966 coup had on their late brother, Gamel Nkrumah. The siblings detailed Gamel's life after their father, Ghana's first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, was overthrown, including the family's years in exile and the challenges Gamel faced upon his return to Ghana in 1975.

Sekou explained that Gamel, who primarily lived in Egypt, faced difficulties resettling in Ghana and encountered health issues that impeded his education. After enrolling in a boarding school, Gamel fell gravely ill after two months, leading to a reevaluation of his educational path. He transferred from Form Five to Form Four, but continued to encounter health problems.

Sekou emphasized that the 1966 coup played a significant role in shaping Gamel's life, particularly after his father's government was toppled. Following Gamel's death, the CPP, through a delegation led by Comrade Chris Ziga, paid their respects to the Nkrumah family. The family acknowledged the support from the governments of Ghana and Egypt during Gamel's hospitalization and burial. The CPP further pledged their assistance as the family prepares for Gamel's funeral in Ghana.