Mahama: Be grateful to God despite flood deaths and destruction

President John Dramani Mahama has urged Ghanaians to remain grateful to God despite the recent devastating floods that claimed lives, displaced thousands and destroyed property across parts of the country.

Speaking at the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, the President acknowledged the grief caused by the disaster but encouraged citizens not to lose sight of faith and gratitude during difficult times.

He said the occasion was a reminder that Ghanaians are united beyond political, ethnic and religious differences.

“Today, therefore, we gather not as members of different political parties, of ethnic groups or religions, but as one people under God, returning with grateful hearts, acknowledging that every blessing we enjoy ultimately comes from Him,” President Mahama said.

Reflecting on the recent floods, the President noted that although the nation continues to mourn those who lost their lives and sympathise with affected families, the Bible calls on believers to remain thankful in all circumstances.

“Even as we mourn the lives lost and the property destroyed in the recent devastating floods, God exhorts us in 1 Thessalonians 5:18 that in all things give thanks to God,” he stated.

He also quoted Psalm 100:4, saying: “Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise. Give thanks to Him and praise His name. And that is why we’re here today.”

President Mahama described this year’s National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving theme, “Resetting Our Values to Build the Ghana We Want,” as timely and relevant, saying it highlights the need for national unity, renewed values and shared responsibility as the country rebuilds from recent tragedies.