John Dramani Mahama is Ghana’s president
President John Dramani Mahama has stressed the need for collective efforts to protect the environment.
Speaking at a ceremony to commemorate World Environment Day in Accra on June 5, 2025, he noted that personal responsibility plays a critical role in conserving the environment.
“To every Ghanaian, I issue one simple challenge. All of us must say, I will not litter. I will reduce my plastic use. I will plant and care for one tree at least. That is a pledge you have made in front of me. I’m the witness. You all said it. So, next time, I don’t want to see any of you drink water from sachet plastic and just throw it on the floor.
“Please walk to the next bin and put it in the bin so that it can be safely disposed of. Let us refuse single-use plastics, sort our waste at home, adopt sustainable alternatives, and teach our children through example that a clean, green Ghana is not only possible, but it is a necessity,” he added.
President Mahama further outlined several initiatives aimed at promoting sustainability.
“Our health, agriculture, tourism, climate resilience, and international reputation all depend on the decisions we make today. In the months ahead, we’ll organise regional tree planting festivals, launch national cleanup drives and host an annual Green Innovation Expo to highlight Ghanaian solutions to environmental challenges. These actions will sustain public momentum and strengthen the national commitment to ecological renewal,” he stated.
The theme for the 2025 celebration “Beat Plastic Pollution,” seeks to raise global awareness about the damaging effects of plastic waste on ecosystems, wildlife, and human health.
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“Repeat after me… I will not litter” – A light but powerful moment as President Mahama leads by example, encouraging Ghanaians to protect the environment by taking a pledge🌍♻️#CitiNewsroom #WorldEnvironmentDay2025 pic.twitter.com/g0FbpDB9w1
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