Before ghana attained a Republic , how was the power shared ?

Before Ghana attained Republic status in 1960, the country was a constitutional monarchy under British colonial rule. Power was shared between the British colonial administration and the traditional authorities in Ghana, such as the Asantehene (King of the Ashanti) and other regional chiefs. The British colonial administration held ultimate authority and made decisions on behalf of the country, while traditional authorities maintained some level of influence and control over their respective regions. This system of power sharing was hierarchical, with the British colonial administration at the top and traditional authorities at the regional and local levels.

Before Ghana attained a Republic in 1960, power was shared in the following way:

1844-1957: Colonial Period

- Governor: Appointed by the British government, held executive power as the head of the Gold Coast Colony.
- Legislative Council: Established in 1850, initially composed of British officials. Gradually expanded to include local representation, but ultimate authority remained with the Governor.
- Chiefs and Local Councils: Retained local administrative authority in rural areas, but their power was gradually eroded by British colonial rule.

1957-1960: Transition to Independence

- Prime Minister: Elected by the National Assembly, became the head of government.
- National Assembly: Legislative body established in 1957, with members elected through universal suffrage.
- President: A largely ceremonial position that symbolized Ghanaian independence. The first President was Kwame Nkrumah.

1960: Declaration of Republic

- Ghana became a Republic on July 1, 1960, with the adoption of a new constitution.
- The President became the head of state and government, with executive powers.
- The National Assembly remained the legislative body.
- The power-sharing system remained largely unchanged, although the President gained more authority.