In a Facebook post shared on February 8, 2026, Dr. Nduom reacted firmly to assertions by some critics who have described Nkrumah’s leadership as detrimental to Ghana.
Responding to such claims, he wrote, “Kwame Nkrumah was terrible for Ghana? May the Good Lord forgive you!”
His comment has since drawn significant public attention, adding fresh momentum to the ongoing discussion about the former president’s legacy.
The debate has resurfaced following renewed calls to rename the country’s main international airport either to Accra International Airport or in honor of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
Advocates of the change argue that Nkrumah’s pivotal role in securing Ghana’s independence in 1957, along with his industrialization agenda and Pan-African vision, make him deserving of greater national recognition.
Supporters further contend that major state infrastructure should reflect Ghana’s anti-colonial struggle and foundational history, rather than commemorate figures associated with military coups.
They view the renaming as a symbolic step toward aligning national monuments with the country’s independence narrative.
However, critics have mounted strong opposition to the proposal.
Some, including policy analyst Franklin Cudjoe, argue that Nkrumah’s economic policies contributed to rising debt levels and economic instability prior to his overthrow in 1966.
They maintain that renaming the airport would overlook what they describe as governance shortcomings during his tenure.
Dr. Nduom’s intervention underscores the enduring divisions surrounding Nkrumah’s legacy decades after his rule.
As the conversation continues across political and social platforms, the controversy highlights broader questions about historical memory, national identity, and how Ghana chooses to honor its past leaders through public symbols and institutions.