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Wednesday, 04 December 2024 | Ghana
Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) Presidential Candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, participated in a special prayer and thanksgiving session in Accra on Thursday. The event, led by the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, brought together Imams, Zongo Chiefs, and other key stakeholders from the Zongo community.
The gathering was dedicated to prayers for the nation, with a particular focus on maintaining peace throughout the upcoming electoral process. Participants called for God's continued blessings and guidance to ensure stability and harmony within Ghana.
Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, revered for his leadership in fostering unity and peace across the country, led the session with a series of profound prayers. Drawing upon verses from the Qur’an, the Chief Imam petitioned for divine intervention in Ghana’s affairs, emphasizing the need for peace as an essential foundation for national progress.
One of the highlights of the event was a special prayer offered for Dr. Bawumia. As the NPP’s flagbearer for the 2024 elections, he received blessings and support from the Islamic cleric in a symbolic act that underscored the role of spiritual guidance in the nation’s democratic process. Sheikh Osman’s prayer invoked God’s favor upon the Vice President, seeking wisdom and strength for him as he navigates the path ahead.
The prayer session also reflected the deep connection between Ghana’s political leaders and its religious communities. Dr. Bawumia, a devout Muslim, has consistently worked to strengthen ties with the Zongo communities and religious groups across the country. His presence at the event reaffirmed his commitment to engaging with diverse constituencies and fostering inclusivity in governance.
Attendees at the gathering, including Zongo Chiefs and other leaders, echoed the importance of collaboration between political leaders and faith-based organizations in building a united nation. They emphasized that events like these serve as a reminder of Ghana's strong tradition of peaceful coexistence among its religious and ethnic groups.
The prayer and thanksgiving session concluded with renewed calls for all citizens to contribute to maintaining peace during the election period. Leaders at the event urged Ghanaians to embrace tolerance, avoid divisive rhetoric, and prioritize the collective good of the nation.
As the nation gears up for its next electoral cycle, moments like this underscore the significance of prayer, unity, and community in shaping Ghana’s democratic journey. Dr. Bawumia’s participation not only highlighted his faith but also reaffirmed his vision of a peaceful and prosperous Ghana.
The gathering was dedicated to prayers for the nation, with a particular focus on maintaining peace throughout the upcoming electoral process. Participants called for God's continued blessings and guidance to ensure stability and harmony within Ghana.
Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, revered for his leadership in fostering unity and peace across the country, led the session with a series of profound prayers. Drawing upon verses from the Qur’an, the Chief Imam petitioned for divine intervention in Ghana’s affairs, emphasizing the need for peace as an essential foundation for national progress.
One of the highlights of the event was a special prayer offered for Dr. Bawumia. As the NPP’s flagbearer for the 2024 elections, he received blessings and support from the Islamic cleric in a symbolic act that underscored the role of spiritual guidance in the nation’s democratic process. Sheikh Osman’s prayer invoked God’s favor upon the Vice President, seeking wisdom and strength for him as he navigates the path ahead.
The prayer session also reflected the deep connection between Ghana’s political leaders and its religious communities. Dr. Bawumia, a devout Muslim, has consistently worked to strengthen ties with the Zongo communities and religious groups across the country. His presence at the event reaffirmed his commitment to engaging with diverse constituencies and fostering inclusivity in governance.
Attendees at the gathering, including Zongo Chiefs and other leaders, echoed the importance of collaboration between political leaders and faith-based organizations in building a united nation. They emphasized that events like these serve as a reminder of Ghana's strong tradition of peaceful coexistence among its religious and ethnic groups.
The prayer and thanksgiving session concluded with renewed calls for all citizens to contribute to maintaining peace during the election period. Leaders at the event urged Ghanaians to embrace tolerance, avoid divisive rhetoric, and prioritize the collective good of the nation.
As the nation gears up for its next electoral cycle, moments like this underscore the significance of prayer, unity, and community in shaping Ghana’s democratic journey. Dr. Bawumia’s participation not only highlighted his faith but also reaffirmed his vision of a peaceful and prosperous Ghana.