By Bright Philip Donkor
Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, has extended heartfelt gratitude to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for what he described as “great and outstanding leadership” during his tenure as the nation’s leader.
He gave the commendation during the church’s Bicentennial Anniversary launch held at the Osu Castle on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Dr. Opare Kwakye praised the President’s open-door policy, which has allowed for inclusivity and broad stakeholder engagement in the governance process.
The Moderator underscored that this approach had fostered constructive dialogue, enhanced accountability, and strengthened Ghana’s democratic credentials.
“We are grateful for your leadership, which has been characterized by openness and accessibility. Your willingness to engage diverse groups and stakeholders has been a hallmark of your governance and a model for leaders across the continent,” Rt. Rev. Dr. Opare Kwakye remarked.
Democratic principles
The Moderator also highlighted President Akufo-Addo’s efforts in safeguarding Ghana’s democratic integrity, particularly with regard to the organization of free, fair, and transparent 2024 general elections. According to Dr. Opare Kwakye, these achievements demonstrate the President’s commitment to upholding the democratic values that Ghana stands for.
“As we prepare for the constitutional transition of power in a few weeks, we take this opportunity to congratulate you on presiding over largely peaceful and credible elections. Your role in ensuring the integrity of this process will go down in history as a testament to your dedication to democratic governance,” he stated.
The Moderator further expressed optimism that the nation’s strong democratic ethos would continue to be safeguarded during and after the transition period.
President’s legacy
Dr. Opare Kwakye also used the occasion to reflect on President Akufo-Addo’s legacy. He emphasised the various developmental milestones Ghana had achieved under the President’s stewardship, particularly in the areas of education, healthcare, and economic reforms. These efforts, the Moderator noted, had contributed significantly to improving the lives of citizens and enhancing Ghana’s international reputation.
“As you prepare to hand over power, we recognize the monumental strides Ghana has made under your leadership. He urged Ghanaians to remain united and support the nation’s leadership during this period of transition. He urged citizens to pray for both the outgoing and incoming administrations to ensure a smooth and peaceful handover of power.
“As we thank you for your service to Ghana, let us as citizens also play our part in maintaining peace and harmony. Let us commit to praying for our leaders, irrespective of political affiliation, so that they may lead us with wisdom and humility,” the Moderator advised.
President Akufo-Addo is expected to hand over power to President-elect John Mahama following the January 2025 inauguration of Ghana’s next President. The event will mark yet another milestone in Ghana’s democratic journey.
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