Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has called on Ghanaians to recommit to the ideals of democracy, which hinge on freedom and justice.
In a statement signed by the Director of Public Affairs of Parliament, Kate Addo, the Speaker, extended warm greetings to Ghanaians on the occasion of the nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary.
He said the occasion calls for reflection on the progress made as a nation and recommitment to the ideals fought for by our forebears.
It said Ghanaians must also remember those who paid the ultimate price for the country’s independence and pledge not to take the freedoms for granted.
As Parliament also celebrates its 30th anniversary under the Fourth Republican Constitution, the statement said Ghanaians must pause and reflect on the journey thus far.