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President Akufo-Addo preaches peace as Ghana marks Eid-ul-Adha

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has extended his well-wishes to Ghanaian Muslims on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha and urged the citizenry to embrace peaceful coexistence at all times.

“As you gather with family and friends to mark this sacred day, may it inspire us all to engender peace, love, and mutual respect within our communities,” he advocated.

In a message to the Muslim community, posted on his Facebook page on Sunday, June 16, the President said it was imperative that the citizenry continue to work together to build a prosperous and harmonious Ghana.

“This significant occasion, which commemorates the steadfast faith and sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim, is a profound reminder of the values of devotion, compassion, and unity,” he noted.

Eid-ul-Adha is a festival celebrated among Muslims all over the world in remembrance of the sacrifice that the Prophet made out of his strong faith in Allah (God).

The Islamic holy book, the Quran, cites in Surah As-Saffat (37:102) that Allah was so pleased with the Prophet’s submission to sacrifice his own son that He made this demonstration of sacrifice and faith a permanent part of a Muslim’s life.

Hence, every year, Muslims all over the world celebrate the occasion with prayers and the slaughtering of a lamb, sheep, goat, or camel to honor the good deeds of the Prophet.

Ghana marked the national event at Independence Square in Accra, with prayers for the nation’s progress, unity, and sustainable growth.

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia was the guest of honour.

 

Source: GNA

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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