Albert Adu Boahen
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Summary
Albert Adu Boahen was born on May 24, 1932[1], in Oseim[2]. He died on May 24, 2006[3], in Accra[4]. He worked as a historian[5], university teacher[6], and politician[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (210 views/month, #7,268 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Child: Charles Adu Boahen[9]
- Country of citizenship: Ghana[10]
- Field of work: history of Africa[11]
- Position held: presidential candidate[12]
- Employer: University of Ghana[13]
- Educated at: SOAS, University of London[14], University of Ghana[15], Akuafo Hall[16], Mfantsipim School[17]
- Award received: Noma Award for Publishing in Africa[18], Fellow of the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences[19]
- Sex or gender: male[20]
- Member of political party: New Patriotic Party[21]
- Family name: Boahen[22], Adu[23]
- Given name: Albert[24]
- Described by source: Africa: An Encyclopedic Reference[25], Encyclopedia of Historians and Historical Writing[26]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[27]
- Name in native language: Albert Kwadwo Adu Boahen[28]
Why It Matters
Albert Adu Boahen has Wikipedia articles in 7 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[29] He is known by 14 alternative names across languages and contexts.[30]
FAQs
Where was Albert Adu Boahen born?
Albert Adu Boahen's place of birth was Oseim[2].
Where did Albert Adu Boahen die?
Albert Adu Boahen died in Accra[4].
What did Albert Adu Boahen do for work?
Albert Adu Boahen worked as a historian[5], university teacher[6], and politician[7].
Where did Albert Adu Boahen go to school?
Albert Adu Boahen was educated at SOAS, University of London[14], University of Ghana[15], Akuafo Hall[16], and Mfantsipim School[17].
What awards did Albert Adu Boahen receive?
Honors received include Noma Award for Publishing in Africa[18] and Fellow of the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences[19].