President John Dramani Mahama has welcomed the adoption of a historic resolution by the United Nations General Assembly declaring the trafficking of enslaved Africans and racialised chattel enslavement as the gravest crime against humanity.
In a statement marking the global Day of Remembrance, Mahama expressed deep emotion over what he described as a long-overdue recognition of one of history’s darkest chapters.
“I am overjoyed,” he said, noting that the resolution affirms the suffering of nearly 13 million Africans who were forcibly taken, dehumanised, and subjected to centuries of exploitation.
Global Solidarity Behind the Resolution
The former President highlighted that the milestone was achieved through sustained global cooperation, led by the African Union and the CARICOM, alongside other international partners and advocacy groups.
According to him, the success of the resolution reflects “the solidarity of people of good conscience around the world,” emphasizing the importance of unity in confronting historical injustices and promoting collective healing.
Honouring the Ancestors
Mahama said the resolution serves as a powerful tribute to the millions who suffered under slavery, particularly on a day dedicated to remembrance.
He invoked the legacy of François-Dominique Toussaint Louverture, a former slave who became a central figure in the liberation of Haiti—the first independent nation in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Quoting Toussaint Louverture, Mahama reiterated: “The greatest weapon against oppression is unity.”
Call for Continued Unity and Justice
The Ghanaian leader called on the global community to remain united in restoring the dignity and humanity of enslaved Africans and their descendants.
“We must stand united in seeking the restoration of the humanity and dignity of our forebears who were enslaved and sold,” he stressed.
The resolution is expected to strengthen ongoing conversations around historical accountability, reparatory justice, and the enduring legacy of slavery on African and diaspora communities worldwide.
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