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Emmanuel Obetsebi-Lamptey
Ghanaian politician (1902 – 1963)
Emmanuel Odarkwei Obetsebi-Lamptey (affectionately known as Liberty Lamptey,[1] 26 April 1902 – 29 January 1963)[2] was a political activist in the British colony of the Gold Coast. He was one of the founding fathers of Ghana and one of the founders and leaders of the United Gold Coast Convention (UGCC) known as "The Big Six".[3] He was the father of NPP politician Jake Obetsebi-Lamptey. He played a vital role in the Big Six. He was recognized for his leadership. He was bold, confident and inspired his people to have hope. His leadership role being played well brought a change to the political, economical and social standards required to pronounce Ghana as an independent country from its colonial masters.[4]