President John Dramani Mahama has attributed Ghana’s continued stability and peace not to political strategies, but to the spiritual devotion and prayers of its citizens. Addressing thousands at the National Day of Prayer held at Independence Square, Mahama emphasized the critical role of faith in preserving the nation’s unity amid global and regional unrest.
Delivering a heartfelt speech, the former president stated, “If Ghana still stands strong despite economic challenges and political tensions, it is not because of the brilliance of our political system — it is the strength of prayer that holds us up.”
He commended the contributions of religious leaders across all faiths, highlighting their often unseen efforts in praying for the country’s well-being. “While politicians debate, our spiritual leaders kneel. While we speak, they pray. That is what sustains Ghana,” he said to resounding applause from the interfaith gathering.
Mahama also touched on the divisive nature of contemporary politics, warning that leadership without humility and governance devoid of spirituality can endanger a nation’s future. Though he refrained from naming individuals or parties, his message served as a cautionary note on the growing polarization in the country’s political discourse.
The event, which drew faith leaders, government officials, students, and members of civil society, was marked by a unifying spirit and spontaneous expressions of faith. The former president urged political leaders, particularly the younger generation, to embrace a life of humility, service, and prayer. “Pray more. Speak less. Serve always,” he said, a phrase that was echoed throughout the evening.
In light of rising political instability and conflict in parts of West Africa, Mahama reminded Ghanaians not to take their democracy and peace for granted. “Peace is not inherited. It must be nurtured, protected, and renewed — through dialogue, unity, and prayer,” he asserted.
As a way forward, he proposed the institution of a national week of fasting and prayer each year — not as a reaction to crisis, but as a gesture of national gratitude and spiritual commitment.
As the sun set over Independence Square and the sounds of prayer filled the air, the gathering reinforced a powerful message: Ghana’s resilience lies not just in its institutions, but in the enduring faith of its people.
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