1 week ago Afrikania Mission laments sidelining by government in National Day of Prayer Thanksgiving

The Afrikania Mission has expressed deep concern over the marginalisation of the African Traditional Religion during the observance of the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, held on Tuesday, 1st July 2025.

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1 week ago National Prayer Day: Change of behavior should complement prayers – Principal of Jackson College of Education

Principal of Jackson College of Education, Theodosia W. Jackson, has cautioned that the country’s future will remain bleak if Ghanaians do not complement prayers with behavioral change.

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1 week ago Photos: Hundreds attend National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving in Volta region

Hundreds of residents in the Volta Region, including students from various senior high schools in the regional capital, attended the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving ceremony in Ho on Tuesday, 1st July.

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1 week ago ‘Prayer and Thanksgiving’ without patriotism, accountability, integrity, is empty

Political Scientist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr. Kwame Asah-Asante, has delivered a striking critique of Ghana’s National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving observance on Tuesday, July 1, warning that without patriotism, accountability, and moral courage, the entire exercise risks becoming an empty ritual. Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show, Dr. Asah-Asante did not mince words as he challenged both the political class and religious leaders to reflect on the true meaning of gratitude in a nation plagued by corruption, inefficiency, and misplaced priorities.

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1 week ago Volta regional minister donates National Prayer and Thanksgiving Day proceeds to child welfare home

The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, has led the donation of proceeds from the maiden Regional celebration of the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving to Madamfo Ghana, a non-profit organisation based in Ho that supports children who have suffered abuse, neglect, and trafficking.

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1 week ago NDC’s reset is to persecute, not thank God – Haruna Mohammed

The Deputy General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Haruna Mohammed, has slammed the National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) framing of July 1 as a National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, saying the party’s so-called reset is more about persecuting political opponents than genuinely thanking God.

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1 week ago Greed threatens Ghana’s future, Cardinal Turkson warns at National Day of Prayer

Cardinal Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson has urged Ghanaians to embrace a renewed sense of responsibility and solidarity, warning that unchecked greed and selfish gain threaten the nation’s shared resources and the well-being of future generations.

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1 week ago AbrahamTheLion & MCD Crew release ‘Ghana Mmo’ in support of National Day of Prayer & Thanksgiving

In a profound moment of spiritual and cultural unity, Ghanaian-born global artist AbrahamTheLion, in collaboration with THE MCD CREW, has released a powerful new anthem titled “Ghana Mmo” in support of Ghana’s National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving. This national observance, instituted by President John Dramani Mahama, aligns with Ghana’s 65th Republican Anniversary and invites […]

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1 week ago Reject tribalism and extremism to safeguard national unity – Mahama urges Ghanaians

President John Dramani Mahama has called on Muslims and all Ghanaians to actively defend national harmony by rejecting tribalism, extremism, and political divisiveness. Speaking at the Muslim session of the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving held in Accra—shortly after the Christian service concluded—Mr Mahama described Ghana’s religious and ethnic diversity as a divine blessing […]

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1 week ago NDC’s Mustapha Gbande criticises NPP for politicising National Day of Prayer

Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, has criticised the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) for politicising the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, declared by President John Dramani Mahama on July 1st. Speaking on JoyNews’ The Pulse, Mr Gbande said while President Mahama and many Ghanaians are using the occasion […]

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1 week ago Only 29 MPs present as Parliament turns ‘Ghost Town’ for national prayers

Ghana's Parliament transformed into a "ghost town" today, July 1, with a paltry attendance of only 29 MPs as the maiden National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving seemingly overshadowed legislative duties.

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1 week ago Photos: President Mahama leads National Prayer and Thanksgiving Day at State House

President John Dramani Mahama on Thursday, July 1 2025, together with some of his top officials, joined a mammoth crowd of Christians at the forecourt of the State House to pray and give thanks to God.

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1 week ago Public office not for personal gain, hold us accountable – Mahama to Ghanaians

President John Mahama has called on Ghanaians to demand the highest standards of integrity and accountability from his administration and all public officeholders. Speaking at the forecourt of the State House during the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving Service, the President stressed that leadership is a sacred trust that must prioritize service over personal […]

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1 week ago Let’s speak words that heal, not harm – Mahama urges national reflection and integrity

Former President John Dramani Mahama has urged Ghanaians to choose compassion, truth, and integrity in both speech and action, calling on the nation to embrace healing over division in everyday interactions. Delivering a keynote address at the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving held on 1st July in Accra, Mr Mahama reflected on the theme […]

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1 week ago Public office is a sacred trust, not a tool for personal gain – President Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed that holding public office is a solemn responsibility to serve the people, not a privilege for personal enrichment. Speaking at the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving held in Accra, the President emphasised that leadership must be grounded in integrity, service, and accountability. “Public office is not a privilege […]

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1 week ago Mahama urges national unity at National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving

President John Mahama has called for unity and vigilance against forces that threaten Ghana’s social cohesion.

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2 w. ago National Prayer and Thanksgiving Day is a step in the right direction – Krachi MP

The Member of Parliament for Krachi East, Nelson Kofi Djabab, has described the newly instituted National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving as “a step in the right direction”, urging Ghanaians to use the day for reflection, unity, and a return to spiritual values. Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show on Tuesday morning, Mr Djabab commended the […]

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2 w. ago Mahama welcomes Cardinal Turkson for First National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving

President John Dramani Mahama on Monday evening welcomed Peter Cardinal Appiah Turkson back to Ghana and expressed gratitude to the esteemed clergyman for accepting his invitation to deliver the sermon at the inaugural National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving Service.

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2 w. ago ADC calls for inclusion of traditional faiths in National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving

The Africa Development Council (ADC) has expressed deep concern over the exclusion of Ghana’s traditional faiths from the maiden National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving set for July 1. Highlighting the importance of unity, the council stressed that true national cohesion can only be achieved by embracing and respecting the full range of Ghana’s spiritual […]

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2 w. ago Ghanaians urged to acknowledge God’s goodness through National Day of Prayer

Reverend Dr. Enoch Thompson, Executive President, Ghana Baptist Convention, has urged Ghanaians to acknowledge the goodness of God through the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving (NDPT).

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