By Yussif Ibrahim, GNA
Tewdie (Ash), July 1, GNA – Mrs. Grace Agyemang Asamoah, the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Atwima Kwanwoma, has called on residents to preserve the prevailing peace in the district by promoting tolerance, dialogue and mutual respect.
She said peace remained one of Ghana’s greatest national assets and a prerequisite for sustainable development, urging citizens to reject division, hatred, misinformation and all forms of violence capable of undermining social cohesion.
Mrs. Asamoah made the call at the district-level observance of the 2026 National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving held at the forecourt of the Atwima Kwanwoma District Assembly on Wednesday.
The event, held on the theme, “Resetting Our Values to Build the Ghana We Want,” brought together traditional authorities, religious leaders, heads of departments, security agencies, assembly staff, and members of the public to offer prayers for the nation and reflect on the values needed to strengthen national development.
The DCE stressed that irrespective of political affiliation, religious belief or ethnic background, Ghanaians shared a common identity and responsibility to protect the peace the country had enjoyed over the years.
“Without peace, there can be no meaningful development,” she said, adding that the collective efforts of citizens in promoting understanding and peaceful coexistence were essential to achieving national progress.
Mrs. Asamoah noted that resetting national values required a return to integrity, truthfulness, responsibility, selflessness, hard work, unity and love, explaining that these virtues formed the foundation for strong institutions and sustainable development.
She observed that while governments could implement development policies and projects, lasting progress depended on citizens embracing sound moral values and remaining committed to the common good.
The DCE also described prayer as a commitment to accountability rather than an escape from responsibility, saying thanksgiving offered an opportunity for Ghanaians to appreciate God’s blessings despite the nation’s challenges.
She urged residents to reflect the values of discipline, honesty and respect in their homes, workplaces and communities, noting that national transformation must begin at the local level.
Touching on sports, Mrs. Asamoah Agyemang said the performance of the Black Stars at the ongoing FIFA World Cup had rekindled patriotism and demonstrated how national unity could be achieved when Ghanaians rallied behind a common cause.
She appealed to citizens to continue praying for the national team, expressing the hope that their achievements would inspire greater unity and hope across the country.
The DCE encouraged the youth to become ambassadors of positive change by embracing discipline, patriotism, innovation and integrity while avoiding activities that threatened peace and national development.
She reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to transparency, accountability, inclusive development and improved service delivery, stressing that development was a shared responsibility requiring the active participation of all stakeholders.
Mrs. Asamoah expressed appreciation to traditional authorities, religious leaders, security agencies, development partners and all stakeholders for their continued contribution towards maintaining peace and promoting development in the district.
She urged residents to leave the prayer gathering with renewed faith and a stronger commitment to preserving peace, strengthening national unity and contributing to the development of both the district and the nation.
GNA
Edited by Kenneth Odeng Adade
Reporter: Yussif Ibrahim