Watch video of Gnassingbé Eyadéma welcoming IK Acheampong to Togo in 1973

An old video footage has resurfaced showing Colonel Ignatius Kutu Acheampong, Ghana's military ruler, arriving in Togo for an official visit to the country in 1973.

The visit by Kutu Acheampong, President of Ghana's National Redemption Council, was aimed at strengthening the relationship and cooperation between the two neighboring countries, which had been signed by the two leaders.

Leading a 30-man delegation, Kutu Acheampong and his entourage were ceremoniously welcomed by the then Togolese President, Gnassingbé Eyadéma, at the Aflao border.

Ghanaians living in Togo at the time gathered in large numbers at the event to witness the remarkable moment between the two countries.

Footage shows them cheering on Kutu Acheampong and his team after successfully crossing the border and entering into Togo.

The agreements called for the establishment of a permanent Commission of Cooperation between the two nations, as well as the exchange of information and collaboration in areas such as sports, commerce, health, and welfare.

Watch the video below:



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