The initiative, led by Ghanaian President John Mahama, seeks to convert the property into a heritage site that honors Nkrumah’s life and his vision for Pan-African unity. Officials say the house will be renovated and opened to the public as a cultural and educational landmark.

Kwame Nkrumah, who was overthrown in a military coup in Ghana in 1966, lived primarily in Conakry, Guinea, after being offered asylum by President Toure. During his exile, Nkrumah continued to promote African independence and unity, maintaining influence in continental politics.

As Nkrumah’s health deteriorated, he traveled to Romania for medical treatment, where he died in 1972. Historians note that preserving his former residence could serve as an important site for education on Ghanaian history and the broader Pan-African movement.

Ghana’s government has not yet disclosed the estimated timeline or budget for the purchase and renovation of the property. The move comes amid growing interest in preserving African leaders’ historical sites as cultural tourism destinations.