President John Dramani Mahama has called on the youth of Ghana to stay away from drug abuse and other harmful activities that could threaten their future and the country’s development.
Speaking during his Eid al-Adha message at the Independence Square on Wednesday, May 27, President Mahama urged young people to embrace discipline, hard work, responsibility and positive values in order to contribute meaningfully to national growth.
The President also stressed the importance of moral leadership and peaceful coexistence, citing the example of the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, whose life he said continues to inspire many Ghanaians.
According to him, the Chief Imam’s humility, compassion, tolerance and dedication to peacebuilding have earned him admiration across religious and political lines.
“We are blessed to have the enduring example of our revered National Chief Imam Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, whose life continues to inspire all Ghanaians through his humility, his compassion, his simplicity, his tolerance and his peacebuilding. Let us emulate these noble virtues in our daily lives,” President Mahama stated.
He further appealed to the youth to remain law-abiding, respectful and focused on their ambitions, warning against drug addiction and other negative influences.
“I especially encourage our young people to remain disciplined, law-abiding, respectful and responsible citizens. I urge you to also avoid drug addiction. Our nation needs young people who are focused on education, skills, hard work, entrepreneurship and service to humanity,” he added.
