2001 in Ghana
2001 in Ghana details events of note that happened in Ghana in the year 2001. Incumbents President: John Kufuor Vice President: John Atta Mills (until 7 January) Aliu Mahama Chief Justice: Isaac Kobina Abban (until 21 April) Edward Kwame Wiredu Events January 7th - John Kufuor inaugurated as President of Ghana. Kufuor had won the 2000 Presidential elections. February March 6 March - 44th independence anniversary is held April May 9th - 126 football supporters die at the Accra Sports Stadium. June President Kufour abolishes the celebration of the June 4th revolution anniversary. July 1st - Republic day celebrations held. August September October November December Annual Farmers' Day celebrations held across the country. National holidays Holidays in italics are "special days", while those in regular type are "regular holidays". January 1: New Year's Day March 6: Independence Day May 1: Labor Day December 25: Christmas December 26: Boxing Day In addition, several other places observe local holidays, such as the foundation of their town. These are also "special days." References Years of the 21st century in Ghana Ghana 2000s in Ghana Ghana