Source: www.ghanaweb.com
Renowned American attorney Ben Crump has called on Africans and people of African descent across the world to build stronger economic ties, support Black-owned businesses, and remain committed to the fight for justice and equality.
Speaking during his Ghana Book Tour on May 22, 2026, Attorney Crump said unity among Black people worldwide remains essential in confronting racial injustice and securing long-term empowerment for future generations.
The celebrated lawyer made the remarks during an interview held alongside the launch of his latest book, Worse Than a Lie, a legal thriller inspired by themes of truth, injustice, and resilience within the American justice system.
Attorney Crump, widely recognised for representing the families of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Trayvon Martin, said the title of the book was inspired by a lesson from his grandmother during his childhood.
“What’s worse than a lie is to tell the truth and have nobody believe you,” he recalled.
He explained that the story follows a man battling for justice in a system unwilling to accept his truth, adding that the book seeks to inspire young people to pursue advocacy and stand against injustice.
“We need more people willing to fight for our civil rights and human rights,” he stated.
Attorney Crump described Ghana as a key destination on his global tour because of its growing role in conversations surrounding African unity, reparative justice, and diaspora relations.
He noted that he had previously engaged with President John Dramani Mahama at the United Nations on issues affecting Africans and people in the diaspora, stressing that Africa’s global influence continues to grow.
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According to him, Black communities worldwide must intentionally invest in one another to achieve true economic independence and long-term progress.
“The future of Black people will depend on how we treat each other, support each other, and invest in each other,” he emphasized.
Describing himself as “an unapologetic defender of Black life, Black liberty, and Black humanity,” Attorney Crump encouraged Black consumers to prioritise Black professionals and businesses as a strategy for building wealth within their communities.
“If I need a lawyer, I’m going to a Black lawyer. If I need a doctor, I’m going to a Black doctor. We have to keep our dollars in our community,” he said.
He also commended President Mahama and Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa for advancing discussions on reparative justice at the United Nations, describing Ghana’s involvement as a historic contribution to the global African movement.
“That was not just a moment for us, but a moment for our children and generations yet unborn,” he noted.
Attorney Crump further urged Africans in the diaspora to remain connected to their roots, insisting that global respect for Black people is closely tied to respect for Africa itself.
“If they don’t respect Mother Africa, they will never respect anything that comes from Africa,” he added.
Meanwhile, Kofi Okyere-Darko reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to African unity and continental integration while condemning xenophobic attacks against Africans in South Africa.
He explained that his relationship with Attorney Crump began in Atlanta during discussions on Black identity, liberation, and racial justice, which later contributed to the lawyer’s participation in Ghana’s Diaspora Summit and reparative justice engagements at the United Nations.
Addressing tensions in South Africa, Kofi Okyere-Darko described attacks against fellow Africans as unfortunate and called for increased education on African solidarity and shared history.
“We are one people and we are living in an era where we are fighting towards a united Africa,” he stated.
He added that Africans living and working in other African countries contribute meaningfully to economic growth and should not face hostility because of their success.
“There are South African companies doing very well in Ghana, and we support them. In the same way, Ghanaians living in South Africa contribute to their economy,” he said.
Kofi Okyere-Darko also pointed to Ghana’s visa-free policy for Africans and the hosting of the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat as evidence of the country’s commitment to African unity and integration.
He urged both foreigners and Africans relocating to Ghana to respect the country’s laws while contributing positively to national development.
