This book is an indispensable resource offering a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of Kofi Abrefa Busia—a globally respected scholar, statesman, and one of the principal founders of modern Ghana.

Blending historical analysis with reflective narrative, the book traces Busia’s intellectual journey, his moral convictions, and his pivotal role in shaping Ghana’s democratic tradition. It is a timely contribution to the discourse on governance, leadership, and national development in Africa.

Following his passing, St Antony’s College, Oxford University, where Dr. Busia had once been a Research Fellow, issued this tribute:

“No one can doubt that the life and thought of Dr. Busia will always figure prominently in the history of Africa, the Commonwealth, and the wider world. We can be confident that he was an outstanding leader.”
— St Antony’s College, Oxford University, UK

Similarly, President John Agyekum Kufuor (2001–2009) offers this endorsement:

“The life of Kofi Abrefa Busia occupies a fascinating place in Ghana’s history, owing to the intellectual and good governance legacy he left behind during his tenure as Prime Minister of the Second Republic. It is this legacy and vision that inspired the publication of this book. It offers profound reflections on Ghana’s development, providing valuable insights that remain relevant today.”