By Sarah Baafi
President John Dramani Mahama joined Christian leaders at a special thanksgiving service held at the Great Hall of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) on Sunday, March 2, 2025.
The event, aimed at fostering unity and gratitude, allowed the President to express appreciation for the prayers and support of religious leaders during and after the 2024 elections.
Addressing the gathering, President Mahama highlighted pressing national issues and outlined his administration’s plans for development. He acknowledged challenges such as the stalled Kejetia Market project, which he attributed to the debt exchange program. However, he assured attendees that recent negotiations with creditors would pave the way for resuming work on the market.
President Mahama also announced plans under the “Big Push” initiative to construct the Kumasi Western Pipeline. This project aims to ease traffic congestion by redirecting heavy vehicles away from Kumasi through alternative routes.
Emphasising the church’s role in Ghana’s development, Mahama called for deeper partnerships in sectors like education, healthcare, and agriculture. He encouraged churches to engage in income-generating projects, particularly in agriculture, to empower congregants economically while upholding ethical business practices.
“The church has always played a critical role in social transformation,” he stated. “Church-based businesses can create jobs and provide opportunities for members while reinforcing Christian values.”
He concluded with a call for continued dialogue between religious leaders and government authorities to address social and economic challenges. He urged them to advocate for policies that uplift vulnerable populations and foster a just and prosperous Ghana.
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