By Issah Mohammed
Accra, March 20, GNA-President John Mahama has urged Muslims to use Eid ul Fitr to pray for peace in the Middle East.
He said the ongoing conflict, which began on February 28, 2026, had adversely affected innocent lives, families, and communities.
President Mahama made the call when he addressed a Muslim congregation at the national Eid ul Fitr prayers held at the Independence Square in Accra on the theme: “Our Earth, Our Future.”
“Let us pray that Allah will grant comfort to the bereaved families. Let us pray for the healing of those who have been injured and let us pray for relief to those in distress and wisdom to the leaders of the countries that are fighting to choose dialogue over war.
“We must never lose sight of our shared humanity. May Allah touch Trump, Netanyahu, Mojtaba Khamenei, so that this war will come to an end,” he said.
The President said Ghana remained committed to the principles of peace, justice and respect for international law.
He said the country would continue to lend its voice to efforts towards peaceful resolution of conflicts.
President Mahama urged Muslims to strengthen their bond of brotherhood and sisterhood by supporting the poor and vulnerable in society.
Sheikh Armeyaw Shuaib, Spokesperson of the National Chief Imam, speaking on the theme, said humans were vicegerents of Allah on earth and had a responsibility to avoid destruction and environmental degradation.
He said illegal mining, indiscriminate sand winning and deforestation were inconsistent with Islamic teachings.
“Considering the growing environmental crisis facing our world today, it is imperative that we take collective responsibility to protect our environment. As believers, we must recognise that environmental stewardship is not a mere civic responsibility, but a moral and spiritual obligation rooted in our faith,” he said.
In a closing prayer, the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Usman Nuhu Sharubutu, commended President Mahama for fulfilling his promises to the Muslim community.
He urged citizens, irrespective of religious affiliation, to uphold and protect peace and harmony in the country.
Dignitaries present included leaders from both sides of Parliament, Justice Tanko Amadu, a Supreme Court Judge, and Mr. Johnson Asiedu Nketia, National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress.
Eid ul Fitr marks the end of the 29 or 30-day Ramadan fast and is characterised by prayers, feasting and acts of charity towards the less privileged.
GNA
Edited by Kenneth Sackey