President John Dramani Mahama has urged Muslim believers to allow their prayers to act as a protective shield for Ghana against divisiveness and to serve as a driving force for peace and prosperity.
In a message delivered on behalf of the President, Alhaji Mohammed Mumuni, a Member of the Council of State, emphasized the importance of the ongoing intercession of Muslims for the security of Ghana’s borders, the unity of its citizens, and the stability of governance as the country approaches forthcoming political cycles.
“Let your prayers serve as a shield to safeguard Ghana from the divisiveness that has affected other nations. I am requesting your prayers and continuous intercession for the peace of our nation,” the statement conveyed.
This appeal was made during the 15th Annual Night of Power in the month of Ramadan, organized by the Muslim Caucus of Parliament on Tuesday, March 10, under the auspices of the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin.
The event was centered around the theme, “The Night that Changes Destiny: Ghana’s Prayer for Peace, Progress and Prosperity.”
President Mahama stated that the theme resonated profoundly with Ghana’s goals of achieving harmony and prosperity, expressing hope that Allah would “rewrite the destiny of the nation by transforming challenges into opportunities and anxieties into hope.”
He called upon Muslims to pray for peace in the sub-region and the Middle East, highlighting that conflicts in these areas could disrupt global supply chains and hinder Ghana’s economic progress.
The President recalled the initiatives undertaken by his administration to facilitate the pilgrimage to Mecca and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to completing the Hajj Village in Accra to ensure smooth travel for pilgrims.
Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, the Spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, led the congregation in prayers for the nation, the President, Vice President, Speaker of Parliament, and the Chief Justice.
The Annual Night of Power has established itself as an important event in Ghana’s religious calendar, uniting Muslim leaders and followers to pray for the peace, progress, and prosperity of the nation.
