President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to place the national interest above political, tribal, and personal considerations in order to strengthen unity and accelerate the country’s development.

Delivering his address during Ghana’s Independence Day celebrations on Friday, March 6, 2026, the president stressed that the country’s progress depends on the collective commitment of citizens to prioritise Ghana above all other interests.

“True patriotism must be demonstrated through our everyday actions, the citizen who protects public property, the public servant who treats everyone with respect, and the entrepreneur who chooses to invest resources in Ghana’s future.

“Above all, we must place country above party, above tribe, and above personal interest. Citizens, Ghana is bigger than any one of us,” President Mahama stated.

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President Mahama also emphasised the important role of the private sector in national development, encouraging entrepreneurs to invest their resources in Ghana’s future.

According to the president, building a united and prosperous Ghana requires a shared sense of responsibility among citizens, public servants, and businesses to put the country first in all their decisions and actions.

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