2008 in Ghana
See also: 2007 in Ghana, 2009 in Ghana.
2008 in Ghana details events of note that happened in the Ghana in the year 2008.
Incumbents
- President: John Kufuor
- Vice President: Alihu Mahama
- Chief Justice: Georgina Wood
Events
February
- 20th - President George Bush arrives in Ghana for an official visit.[1]
December
H.E. John Evan Atta Mills, President of Ghana
- 7 December - Presidential and parliamentary election held.[2][3]
- 28 December - John Atta Mills wins presidential run off.[3]
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
- April 22 Good Friday
- 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
- ↑ "The White House". www.georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov. Retrieved 19 May 2011.
- ↑ "2008 Presidential Candidates". www.ec.gov.gh. Archived from the original on 15 May 2011. Retrieved 18 May 2011.
- 1 2 "Prof Mills Wins Presidential Runoff Elections". www.ghanaweb.com. Archived from the original on 16 May 2011. Retrieved 18 May 2011.
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