Mahama urges Ghanaians to stop speaking negatively about the country
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President John Dramani Mahama has urged Ghanaians to adopt a more positive outlook on the country's development and reject cynicism. He criticized those who express hopelessness or suggest that colonial rule was preferable, emphasizing the need for national unity.
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The President's comments reflect broader political discourse regarding national identity, post-colonial pride, and the role of citizen attitude in economic development.
Add Pulse as a preferred source on Google Add Pulse as a preferred source on Google President John Dramani Mahama President John Mahama has urged Ghanaians to stop speaking negatively about the country, calling for hard work, honesty, patriotism and a collective commitment to national development. Advertisement President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to refrain from speaking negatively about the country, saying persistent pessimism weakens national development and undermines the sacrifices made by the nation's founding fathers.
Speaking to congregants at the Ringway Gospel Centre Assemblies of God Church on Sunday, August 2, the President said Ghana's progress depends not only on government policies but also on the attitudes, mindset and actions of its citizens.
He expressed concern over what he described as a growing sense of hopelessness among some Ghanaians, who believe the country cannot achieve greatness.
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