Today, I represented the President, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, at the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s 93rd Jalsa Salana in Winneba. This convention is held annually in the spirit of renewal, dialogue, and peace. It reminds us of the values that unite us across faiths, cultures, and communities. I thanked the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community for their dedication to peace, integrity, and national progress. Their motto, “Love for All, Hatred for None,” is a lesson for us all.
The theme of this year’s summit is “Moral Decadence and Our Responsibilities in the Light of Islamic Teachings.” In my speech, I reflected on the moral responsibility that citizens and leaders have to do what is right, oppose injustice, and act with integrity. Quranic lessons remind us that ethical leadership and moral courage are vital for national strength. In this context, I reaffirmed the government’s commitment to accountability and transparency, including improved coordination among key anti-corruption agencies and the enforcement of a strong Code of Conduct for public officials.
I also highlighted the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s practical contributions to national development, especially in agriculture. The Pomadze Poultry Initiative is progressing. The project aligns with national efforts under Feed Ghana and Nkoko Nkitinkiti to boost domestic poultry production, generate jobs, stabilize prices, and improve food security.
Beyond agriculture, I acknowledged the Community’s significant investments in education, healthcare, and humanitarian service, including the important role played by the Lajna Imaillah, the women’s wing. These efforts exemplify service to humanity in action.
I outlined key areas of progress under the current administration, including economic stabilisation, education and health reforms, skills development for young people, and a renewed focus on infrastructure, good governance, and social fairness. Finally, I thanked the people of Ghana for placing their trust in His Excellency’s administration and giving us the opportunity to serve. In this new year, let us remain committed to faith, unity, and service to our dear nation.