Ignatius Kutu Acheampong

ModernGeneralGhana1931 — ?

Ghanaian military head of state executed by firing squad.

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Quick Facts

Born

1931

Country

Ghana

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)39

Influence (20%)51

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)54

Strategy (15%)25

Total Score40.7

Ignatius Kutu Acheampong — Complete Timeline

1972 AD

Seizure of power in military coupPolitical Action◆ Major

Acheampong led a bloodless coup that overthrew Prime Minister Kofi Busia. He established the National Redemption Council (NRC) as head of state, citing economic mismanagement and corruption in the civilian government.

CoupNRCMilitary Rule

Impact: national

1979 AD

Execution by firing squadPolitical Action◆ Major

After the June 4th Revolution, Acheampong was arrested, tried for corruption and abuse of power, and executed by firing squad. His execution was part of Rawlings' purge of former military leaders.

ExecutionRawlingsRevolution

Impact: nationaltragic