President John Dramani Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has urged Muslim youth to take charge of their future by equipping themselves with knowledge, skills, and discipline to thrive in the digital age.
He emphasised that Ghana’s progress depends on how well young people prepare for both challenges and opportunities.
Speaking during special congregational prayers to mark the Eid-ul-Fitr celebration at the Black Star Square in Accra on Monday, March 31, 2025, he stated that education and hard work are essential tools for a brighter future.
“In this era of digital transformation, economic challenges, and global competition, our youth must equip themselves with the knowledge, skills, and discipline necessary to thrive. They are the ones who will shape the country’s destiny. Allow your faith to guide you, but also let your education and hard work serve as the tools that empower you to build a brighter future.
“I want to encourage our Muslim youth to embrace this fully. Education is our opportunity for social mobility. Islam itself teaches us that seeking knowledge is a lifelong duty for every Muslim. The future of Ghana hinges on our ability to equip young people with the right skills and mindset to thrive in a constantly changing world,” he added.
President Mahama further urged Muslims to continue acts of kindness beyond Ramadan.
“As we celebrate Eid, let us not forget our brothers and sisters who are less fortunate and struggling, such as orphans, widows, the unemployed, and the elderly. Indeed, when we leave here after Salah, everyone should look for an orphan, a widow, or an elderly person and show them an act of kindness. That is what Ramadan is about.
“Let us carry forward the acts of kindness that Ramadan has inspired and let us reach out to those in greatest need. This is not only an Islamic duty but also a national responsibility, because a nation that cares for its vulnerable will always be blessed by Allah. To our young people, I say: Ghana’s future is in your hands,” he concluded.
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