ACCRA, Ghana – The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban S. K. Bagbin, has given his full endorsement to the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, an initiative spearheaded by President John Dramani Mahama. The Speaker voiced his strong support during a courtesy visit from the Planning Committee of the event, which formally invited Parliament to participate in the upcoming observance slated for July 1st at the Forecourt of the State House.
During his remarks, Speaker Bagbin lauded President Mahama for instituting what he described as a timely and crucial national event. He emphasized that the day would serve not only as a period for prayer but also as a vital platform for collective reflection, the sharing of wisdom, and the promotion of national unity. He urged that the Day be embraced as a form of national awakening, paving the way for moral and spiritual renewal across Ghana.
Rt. Hon. Bagbin further stressed the importance of unity and peaceful coexistence among all citizens, transcending political or religious divides. He called for the Day to be utilized as an opportunity to foster harmony and educate Ghanaians on the necessity of setting aside political differences for the sake of national development and social cohesion.
Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, Chairman of the Planning Committee, explained that the annual observance,
scheduled for every July 1st, aims to renew, reset, and restore the bond of love among Christians and all faiths in Ghana. He added that the event would be dedicated to consecrating the nation to God, praying for prosperity, and seeking divine guidance for Ghana’s future trajectory.
Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, the Clerk to Parliament, also commended the initiative, advocating for its institutionalization to ensure its longevity beyond current political administrations. Citing biblical scripture, he proposed a politically neutral celebration solely focused on seeking God’s favor and healing for the nation. Both the Majority and Minority Leaders were present at the meeting and echoed their support, highlighting the potential of the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving to foster religious tolerance, peace, and national righteousness.
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