One of the most pivotal is the February 28 Shooting, an incident that transformed a peaceful protest into a national turning point. Their aim was simple: to present a petition to the colonial governor, appealing for better living conditions after serving in World War II. If the bullet had missed Sergeant Adjetey, I would have been the next victim,” he recalled. The February 28 Shooting became a catalyst for widespread riots and political agitation, accelerating the push toward Ghana’s independence and cementing the ex-servicemen’s legacy in the nation’s history. Watch the video belowDetails of February 28 shooting – WWII tells it allMRA/EBWatch NPP MPs in all-black as President Mahama delivers 2026 SONA

Source: GhanaWeb February 28, 2026 18:46 UTC