{"id":68111,"date":"2025-07-01T12:25:38","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T12:25:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=68111"},"modified":"2025-07-01T12:25:38","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T12:25:38","slug":"ghanas-peace-must-not-be-taken-for-granted-mahama-warns-amid-regional-instability","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=68111","title":{"rendered":"Ghana\u2019s peace must not be taken for granted \u2013 Mahama warns amid regional instability"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='booster-block booster-read-block'>\n                <div class=\"twp-read-time\">\n                \t<i class=\"booster-icon twp-clock\"><\/i> <span>Read Time:<\/span>1 Minute, 45 Second                <\/div>\n\n            <\/div><div>\n<p>Former President John Dramani Mahama has urged Ghanaians to remain vigilant and not take the country\u2019s peace and stability for granted, particularly in light of growing political tensions and unrest in neighbouring West African states.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking at the maiden edition of the National Prayer and Thanksgiving Service held at the forecourt of the State House, Mr Mahama expressed concern over the increasing reports of political instability across the continent, emphasising Ghana\u2019s exceptional status as a peaceful nation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhen we look across our beloved continent, Africa, and indeed at our wealth, what do we see? We see conflict, we see disaster, and we see instability and rising despair. However, here in Ghana, we remain an oasis of peace despite our challenges. That peace must not be taken for granted,\u201d he cautioned.<\/p>\n<p>According to Mr Mahama, Ghana\u2019s enduring peace is not solely the result of political decisions or sound governance, but largely due to divine favour and the continuous intercession of the faithful.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis peace we enjoy is not simply the product of sound policy or political will. It is a result of prayer. It is the fruit of faithful believers like you who have interceded persistently for the soul of our nation on every occasion,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n<p>The former President took the opportunity to thank religious leaders and all Ghanaians for their unwavering commitment to national peace, urging continued unity, prayer, and responsibility in safeguarding the country\u2019s democratic gains.<\/p>\n<p>Mr Mahama\u2019s remarks come at a time when the West African sub-region is grappling with heightened political uncertainty. In Togo, anti-government protests and state crackdowns have raised alarm over the future of democratic governance, while Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali continue to experience military takeovers and disruptions to constitutional rule.<\/p>\n<p>Ghana, in contrast, continues to be cited in international and regional forums as a beacon of stability, a status Mr Mahama believes must be protected at all costs.<\/p>\n<p>The National Prayer and Thanksgiving Service brought together religious leaders, political figures, and citizens from various backgrounds to pray for Ghana\u2019s continued peace, unity, and prosperity.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"930\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0TGX2bohfkk\" title=\"Ghana's peace is a result of prayer - Pres. 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