President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to use the Eid al-Adha celebration as a moment of reflection, sacrifice, compassion and national unity, while urging citizens to reject extremism, intolerance and division.
Speaking at the National Eid al-Adha prayers held at the Black Star Square on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, President Mahama said the message of Eid was especially important at a time when many countries around the world are facing conflict, violence and growing divisions.
According to him, Ghana continues to stand out as a model of peaceful coexistence, where people of different religious and ethnic backgrounds live together in harmony.
He noted that Christians and Muslims in Ghana have, for generations, shared communities, schools, businesses and even family ties, describing it as a legacy that must be protected.
“I urge all Ghanaians, irrespective of religion or ethnicity, to continue promoting peace, tolerance, understanding and mutual respect. We must reject extremism, political intolerance, tribal divisions and all acts that threaten our national unity,” he said.
The President said Eid al-Adha goes beyond celebration and the sacrifice of animals, stressing that the occasion represents faith, humility, selflessness, honesty and compassion towards the vulnerable in society.
“As we celebrate Eid al-Adha, let us reaffirm our commitment to the values of sacrifice, peace, compassion, humility, generosity and national unity,” he stated.
Drawing inspiration from Islamic teachings, President Mahama cited the example of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), whose life he said reflected mercy, honesty, kindness, humility and justice.
He added that these values should guide both Muslims and all Ghanaians in promoting peaceful coexistence and strengthening national unity.
President Mahama also used the occasion to reaffirm his administration’s commitment to economic recovery, youth employment, skills development, STEM education and infrastructure development in Zongo communities across the country.
He called on citizens to continue working together to preserve Ghana’s long-standing tradition of peace and unity.
The President concluded by extending Eid greetings to Muslims across the country, wishing the Muslim Ummah and all Ghanaians a peaceful and blessed Eid celebration.
