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President Mahama preaches sacrifice, love and unity at Good Friday Miracle Service
President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to embrace the spirit of sacrifice, justice and national unity in his Easter message delivered at the 2025 Good Friday Miracle Service held at the Independence Square in Accra.
Speaking before a packed crowd at one of the country’s largest annual Christian gatherings, the President emphasized the importance of carrying one another’s burdens and living lives rooted in truth, love, and purpose.
In a message deeply aligned with the spiritual and moral themes of Easter, President Mahama urged citizens to reflect on their personal sacrifices, their commitment to Christ and their responsibility to one another.
“Today, we gather not just as a congregation or a church—we gather as a family of believers united by the message of the cross. Good Friday is a solemn occasion… it is, for many of us, emotional, because it reminds us of the pain, the rejection, and the ultimate sacrifice of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. It reminds us of the suffering He endured so that we might have life—and have it more abundantly,” he said.
“As we remember His suffering today, we are all called to respond not only with gratitude but with action—to tell the world about the sacrifice He made for us. We are called to live lives that reflect the love of Christ,” he stressed.
Citing Isaiah 53:3-5, Luke 23:34, John 15:12-13, and Galatians 6:2, President Mahama urged Ghanaians not to merely profess Christianity, but to truly embody the character of Christ by showing love, offering help, and supporting one another.
“My brothers and sisters, if Christ laid down His life for us, how much more should we be willing to lay down our pride, resentment, division, and hatred toward one another? We must not merely pretend to be Christians. We must not just claim to be followers of Jesus Christ. We must live Christ-like lives. So if anyone among you, in this assembly or congregation, is holding a grudge or in conflict with someone, this is the moment to let it go. Leave that burden here, and go back to that person and show them love—the same love that Christ has shown you,” he said.
“We are also called to carry one another’s burdens, as Paul teaches in Galatians 6:2. This means we must help each other, love one another, and support one another through life’s struggles. Many around us are suffering—not only spiritually, but physically, emotionally, and materially. Some haven’t even eaten today because they simply cannot afford a meal. That’s why Christ calls us to give generously.
There are also those among us who have more than enough—you had breakfast, you had lunch, and when you return home, there’s fufu, light soup, and aponkye waiting for you. We must learn to share in the burdens of others.”
The President further encouraged the nation to let the hope of the resurrection inspire resilience, affirming that with Christ, Ghanaians can overcome any challenge.
“Are we standing for justice? Are we living as the salt and light we are called to be?” he asked. “Even when the night is darkest, we must trust in Christ. Though Friday may be the darkest day, resurrection is coming. We must walk together in unity and in truth.”
Good Friday Miracle Service
The Good Friday Miracle Service, organized by Evangelist Dag Heward-Mills and the United Denominations Originating from the Lighthouse Group of Churches, drew thousands of worshippers from across Ghana and beyond.
Centred on themes of salvation, healing, and the message of the cross, the service featured powerful moments of prayer, worship, healing, and mass altar calls.
Evangelist Heward-Mills urged the congregation to come in faith, declaring: “Bring the sick, bring the broken, bring the lost — Jesus still saves, heals, and delivers!”
Many worshippers, some of whom arrived hours before the 3 p.m. start, described the atmosphere as “electric” and “life-changing.”
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President John Dramani Mahama has ordered the immediate dissolution of the Board of Trustees overseeing the National Cathedral of Ghana and the closure of its Secretariat, citing serious financial irregularities uncovered by an official audit.
At a press briefing on Friday, July 18, Government Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu revealed that the Secretariat—previously operating from the Jubilee House—was formally shut down on May 1, 2025.
“The audit findings strike at the core of the project’s integrity and raise grave concerns about the handling of public funds,” Kwakye Ofosu stated.
He further disclosed that the project, which was registered as a company limited by guarantee, will now face legal action to ensure its full dissolution.
“The National Cathedral Ghana was registered as a company limited by guarantee. Consequently, the Attorney General has been directed to initiate legal proceedings for its complete dissolution in the coming days,” he added.
Government Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu has revealed that an audit into the National Cathedral project has exposed a GHS 4.9 million discrepancy in payments made to the architectural firm Sir David Adjaye & Associates Ltd.
Speaking at a press briefing on Friday, July 18, Mr. Ofosu said the audit found inconsistencies between official government records and the payment figures reported by the firm. According to him, while the Office of the President accounts for a total payment of GHS 113,040,564.86, Sir David Adjaye & Associates claims to have received GHS 117,972,656.00 — a difference of GHS 4,932,091.14.
“The audit report reveals troubling discrepancies in consultancy fees paid to Sir David Adjaye & Associates Ltd. for the mobilisation and design of the National Cathedral of Ghana,” he stated.
The breakdown shows that between September 26, 2018, and November 25, 2019, the Ministry of Finance paid the firm GHS 87,938,750.00. Additionally, the Office of the President made two payments:
GHS 29,664,845.29 on February 19, 2021
GHS 369,060.71 on March 5, 2021
These payments bring the total received by the firm to GHS 117,972,656.00 — matching its claims but conflicting with the official government figure.
The unexplained GHS 4.9 million shortfall has raised questions about accountability and transparency in the management of the controversial National Cathedral project.
General News
Mahama Vows to Complete Key Infrastructure Projects Under $10bn ‘Big Push’ Agenda in Kumasi
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to Ghana’s infrastructural transformation with a bold pledge to commence and complete major road and market projects under his ambitious $10 billion ‘Big Push’ agenda.
During his ‘Thank You Tour’ of the Ashanti Region on Wednesday, July 16, following his resounding re-election in 2024, President Mahama outlined a comprehensive development plan to tackle traffic congestion and boost economic activity. Central to his announcement is the Greater Kumasi Bypass Project and the Accra–Kumasi Expressway, both expected to significantly ease transportation challenges and enhance the free flow of goods and people.
He inspected the long-abandoned Krofrom Market project, which has been stalled since 2007, and assured the public it would be completed and operational by the end of 2026. He also visited the Kumasi Central Market to monitor progress on current works.
Addressing a large gathering at the Kumasi Jubilee Park, President Mahama reiterated his commitment to reviving and completing numerous abandoned projects in the region. These include:
Mamponteng Market
Kejetia Market Phase Two
Afari Military Hospital
Komfo Anokye Maternity and Children’s Block
Sewua Regional Hospital
Suame Interchange Project
Boankra Inland Port
Baba Yara Sports Stadium rehabilitation
Under the ‘Big Push Agenda,’ the government plans to invest $2 billion annually over five years to close Ghana’s infrastructure deficit, which the World Bank estimates at $1.5 billion per year.
“This programme will focus on strategic infrastructure that unlocks national productivity,” Mahama said. “We’re commencing the Greater Kumasi Bypass as part of this bold initiative.”
He further pledged to begin reconstruction of roads in the Tepa, Adansi, and Manso areas.
On the long-awaited Accra–Kumasi Expressway, Mahama disclosed that feasibility and design works are already underway, with sod-cutting scheduled for early 2025. Once completed, the expressway is expected to shorten the Accra-Kumasi journey by 50km before the end of his term in 2029.
Touching on environmental issues, the President condemned illegal mining activities, emphasizing that his administration supports legal and responsible mining. He vowed to clamp down on ‘galamsey’ operations and promote sustainable practices within the mining sector.
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