The government stated the initiative aims to foster national unity across diverse religious communities and provide a formal occasion for expressing collective gratitude for the nation's perceived blessings and stability. The announcement coincided with the inauguration of a dedicated committee tasked with planning and coordinating activities for the day.
Former government minister Elvis Afriyie Ankrah will chair the planning committee, with Prophet Dr. Akwasi Agyemang Prempeh serving as its coordinator. The committee's membership includes representatives drawn from major Christian organizations and various Islamic councils within Ghana, reflecting the country's religious plurality.
Republic Day commemorates Ghana becoming a republic on July 1, 1960, signifying full sovereignty. Designating this existing public holiday also as a day of prayer adds a spiritual dimension to the national observance.
During the committee's inauguration, President Mahama highlighted the importance of divine favour in Ghana's affairs. "Today I address you not only as your President but as a fellow Ghanaian, grateful to the Almighty God for his continued mercy upon our land and our people," Mahama stated. He positioned the initiative as a reflection of the nation's core values.
"We’ve gathered here today as a nation united by faith, hope, and a shared destiny to inaugurate a sacred initiative," he remarked, framing the day as a unifying event.
Mahama contrasted Ghana's relative stability with global challenges. "In an era marked by division, disaster, and despair, Ghana remains, by the grace of God, an oasis of peace, stability, and spiritual unity," he asserted. The president attributed this stability to effective leadership, community resilience, and national piety.
Referencing scriptures from both the Christian Bible and the Islamic Quran during his address, Mahama emphasized the interfaith nature of the initiative. He expressed his aspiration for the day to become an enduring national tradition.
"Let this be a legacy, a sacred pause in our national calendar that generations to come will celebrate," Mahama urged, concluding with a blessing for the committee's work. The government has not yet detailed specific official events or protocols planned for future observances of the day beyond its designation.
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