President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to protect the country’s long-standing peace and resist all forms of division, extremism, and intolerance.
Speaking at the National Eid al-Adha celebrations held at the Black Star Square in Accra on Wednesday, May 27, he emphasized that the message of Eid al-Adha is especially relevant at a time when several societies around the world are grappling with conflict, violence, and deepening divisions.
He noted that Ghana continues to distinguish itself as a model of peaceful coexistence, where citizens of different religious and ethnic backgrounds live together in harmony.
According to him, Christians and Muslims in the country have, for generations, shared communities, schools, businesses, and even family ties, a legacy he urged citizens to protect.
He stressed the need for sustained unity across all religious and ethnic lines, calling on citizens to actively promote peace, tolerance, mutual understanding, and respect in their daily interactions.
President Mahama also cautioned against behaviours and ideologies that could undermine national cohesion, urging Ghanaians to reject extremism, political intolerance, tribal divisions, and any actions that threaten Ghana’s stability.
“I urge all Ghanaians, irrespective of religion or ethnicity, to continue promoting peace, tolerance, understanding, and mutual respect. We must reject extremism, political intolerance, tribal divisions, and all acts that threaten our national unity,” he said.
Drawing lessons from Islam, the President referenced the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), describing his life as one grounded in mercy, humility, honesty, kindness, and justice.
He said these values should guide both Muslims and all Ghanaians in strengthening peaceful coexistence and national unity.
