John Dramani Mahama is the President of Ghana
President John Dramani Mahama has urged Ghanaians to reject tribalism, religious extremism, and political hostility, describing them as dangerous seeds of division that threaten the nation’s peace and unity.
Speaking at the inaugural National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving on July 1, 2025, he praised Ghana’s exceptional level of religious tolerance, saying it remains one of the country’s greatest assets in a world that is increasingly divided by faith and identity.
“Our different traditions and our backgrounds have not weakened us. They have strengthened us in our shared identity. This is a precious gift we must protect.
“Let us remain vigilant against the voices of tribalism, against the voices of religious extremism, and against the poison of political hostility. These are the seeds of division that we must never let take root in our precious nation, Ghana. We must speak a language of peace, compassion and mutual respect. We must build bridges, not barriers, for we are one people sharing one land and pursuing one identity and destiny,” he stated.
The President further commended the peaceful coexistence between Christians and Muslims in Ghana, noting that churches and mosques do not compete for dominance but rather coexist in mutual respect and dignity.
“In Ghana, churches and mosques do not compete for dominance. They coexist in mutual respect and in dignity. Our different traditions and our backgrounds have not weakened us. They have strengthened us in our shared identity,” he remarked.
President Mahama reminded citizens that true thanksgiving is not merely expressed in words but in actions that reflect unity, justice, and compassion.
“Let us speak words that heal, not words that harm, let us be honest in our dealings, generous in our compassion, and upright in our conduct,” he urged.
He called on both leaders and citizens to uphold values that strengthen the nation, stressing accountability, humility, and a sustained commitment to peace.
President Mahama has officially designated Republic Day which falls on July 1, as Ghana’s National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, to be celebrated annually.
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