Speaking at the inaugural National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving on the forecourt of the State House, President John Dramani Mahama called for integrity, humility, and accountability in public leadership.
He credited Ghana’s enduring peace to the prayers of its citizens, not just political institutions.
President Mahama emphasized that leadership must be grounded in accountability, declaring that no office, including the presidency is above the law.
He underscored that public service is a sacred duty, not a channel for self-interest. National progress, he argued, depends more on values such as honesty, compassion, and courage than on policy or infrastructure alone.
Highlighting the role of faith, Mahama credited Ghana’s stability to the prayers of religious communities, calling peace a fragile spiritual gift.
He also cautioned against tribalism, extremism, and political division, urging unity and vigilance to preserve national harmony.
President Mahama’s message frames ethical and spiritual values as essential pillars of Ghana’s development, signaling a leadership approach rooted in character, transparency, and moral responsibility.
By publicly embracing accountability, he sets a precedent for higher public standards.
His call for unity through shared faith and compassion reinforces Ghana’s image as a tolerant, cohesive nation, offering a powerful response to rising political and social polarization.
By: J.W Quarm
