The President of the republic of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has admonished the populace to remain determined, hardworking and discipline to move the country regardless of the hold-up induced by the Covid-19 pandemic.
He said this while advising Ghanaians, in his Christmas message to use the yuletide to reaffirm their faith, hope and trust in almighty God and Jesus Christ.
“We in Ghana have good reason to be thankful to Almighty God for how far he has brought us. Our nation is united and at peace. We continue to be a beacon of democracy on the continent, having conducted a transparent, free, fair, credible and safe general election which have been recognized by both local and international observers”.
“Our economy is rebounding at a much faster rate than originally anticipated. We are ensuring that the basic elements of social justice that is wide access to quality education and good healthcare are being met. Food is affordable and it is in abundance in the markets,” he noted.
“And we are seeing the transformation of the Ghanaian economy which will bring in its wake, jobs for our youth in our nation. We are not there yet, but there is now a much greater belief that with discipline, determination and hard work, we will make it. I assure you that our nation is been put on the part of progress and prosperity, he said.
The President also declared that the festivities this year have been subdued and will an unconventional one hence entreat all and sundry to adhere to the Covid-19 protocols by respecting the enhanced hygiene and mask-wearing protocols which is one way to ensure they made it to the New Year healthy and alive.
“Let us be a blessing in the lives of those in need, and through our actions bring good cheer to all”.
“I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May the Christmas season bring you joy and the New Year usher a new era of blessing and growth and for everyone you hold dear.