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The book that captures nine decades of the most epic events and moments in the history of the Accra Academy. #FJTTB #AccraAcaHistory. Contact: 0547174825.

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In 1955, the Accra Academy Board of Governors was so formidable that it included the then Speaker of the National Assembly, Sir Emmanuel Charles Quist. Also serving on the board were two chiefs: the Gbese Mantse and the Akumajay Mantse. #AccraAcaHistory #History #Ghana

In 1955, the Accra Academy Board of Governors was so formidable that it included the then Speaker of the National Assembly, Sir Emmanuel Charles Quist. Also serving on the board were two chiefs: the Gbese Mantse and the Akumajay Mantse. #AccraAcaHistory #History #Ghana
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A student demonstrating his martial arts prowess in Tameshiwari / Breaking at the 58th Speech & Prize Giving Day. His black gi is indicative of his black belt rank. #AccraAcaHistory #History #Ghana

A student demonstrating his martial arts prowess in Tameshiwari / Breaking at the 58th Speech & Prize Giving Day. His black gi is indicative of his black belt rank. #AccraAcaHistory #History #Ghana
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In the early 1980s, the spire atop the Clock tower broke off and has since not been repaired. The base of the spire, resembling a pot, has sparked all manner of rumours and tall tales over the years. #AccraAcaHistory #History #Ghana

In the early 1980s, the spire atop the Clock tower broke off and has since not been repaired. The base of the spire, resembling a pot, has sparked all manner of rumours and tall tales over the years. #AccraAcaHistory #History #Ghana
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Accra Academy was formally designated as a school under the Education Ordinance, and its Board of Governance was formally constituted on August 4, 1956, under Gazette numbers 1858 and 1859, respectively.

Accra Academy was formally designated as a school under the Education Ordinance, and its Board of Governance was formally constituted on August 4, 1956, under Gazette numbers 1858 and 1859, respectively.
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1. Application letter of Mr. J.K. Okine for the position of Headmaster of Accra Academy. 2. News publication of appointment of Mr. J. K. Okine as Headmaster of Accra Academy.

1. Application letter of Mr. J.K. Okine for the position of Headmaster of Accra Academy.
2. News publication of appointment of Mr. J. K. Okine as Headmaster of Accra Academy.
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Every school develops its own unique set of jargon—terms, phrases, and abbreviations that may seem unfamiliar to outsiders but are well-understood by students, staff, and alumni. Here is a list of Accra Academy jargon compiled by Canacoo and Lawson in 1971.

Every school develops its own unique set of jargon—terms, phrases, and abbreviations that may seem unfamiliar to outsiders but are well-understood by students, staff, and alumni. Here is a list of Accra Academy jargon compiled by Canacoo and Lawson in 1971.
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Dr. Kwame Nkrumah has a history with Accra Academy. In January 1950, Accra Academy, then at Ellen House in James Town, became one of his hideouts after the government ordered his arrest following his declaration of "Positive Action". #History #AccraAcademy

Dr. Kwame Nkrumah has a history with Accra Academy. In January 1950, Accra Academy, then at Ellen House in James Town, became one of his hideouts after the government ordered his arrest following his declaration of "Positive Action". #History #AccraAcademy
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In July 1952, Accra Academy defeated Prempeh College (Prempeh College) 5-1 in a football match at the Korle Bu Park. It formed part of the victories chalked by the school during the 21st Founders’ Day celebration. #History #AccraAcademy

In July 1952, Accra Academy defeated Prempeh College (<a href="/PrempehCollege/">Prempeh College</a>)  5-1 in a football match at the Korle Bu Park. It formed part of the victories chalked by the school during the 21st Founders’ Day celebration. #History #AccraAcademy
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Mr. Nicholas Westcott, Britain's High Commissioner to Ghana and Ambassador to Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Togo was the guest of honour at the 77th Speech and Prize-giving Day of Accra Academy.

Mr. Nicholas Westcott, Britain's High Commissioner to Ghana and Ambassador to Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Togo was the guest of honour at the 77th Speech and Prize-giving Day of Accra Academy.
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Mr. Avoke (left) and Mr. C.T. Asare (right) enjoying a competitive game of table tennis at the K.G. Konuah hall during a homecoming event.

Mr. Avoke (left) and Mr. C.T. Asare (right) enjoying a competitive game of table tennis at the K.G. Konuah hall during a homecoming event.
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On April 26, 1948, His Excellency Governor Sir Gerald Hallen Creasy approved the designation of Accra Academy as an Assisted secondary school. He then congratulated the founders, Board of management and staff on the achievement. #AccraAcademy #History

On April 26, 1948, His Excellency Governor Sir Gerald Hallen Creasy approved the designation of Accra Academy as an Assisted secondary school. He then congratulated the founders, Board of management and staff on the achievement. #AccraAcademy #History