Presidency Thanks Pentecost Chairman for Leading National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving
The Presidency has expressed appreciation to the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, for his leadership and contribution to the success of Ghana’s National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving.
A delegation led by Hon. Elvis Afriyie-Ankrah, Chairman of the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving Committee and Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, paid a courtesy call on Apostle Nyamekye to convey President John Dramani Mahama’s sincere appreciation for accepting to serve as the main speaker at the just-ended National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving held at the Christian Service Centre.
The delegation commended Apostle Nyamekye for making himself available to lead the nation in prayer, reflection and thanksgiving, describing his participation as a significant contribution to the success of an initiative aimed at fostering national unity, peace and spiritual renewal.
“We have come on behalf of His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama to express our sincere appreciation to you for accepting the invitation to serve as the main speaker at the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving,” Hon. Afriyie-Ankrah said.
He added, “Your leadership, support and valuable contribution helped make this important national initiative a success, and we are deeply grateful for your service to the nation.”
Hon. Elvis Afriyie-Ankrah was appointed in 2025 by President John Dramani Mahama to serve as the Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, a role that places him at the centre of the Presidency’s engagement with religious bodies and faith leaders on matters of national interest, peace, unity and social cohesion.
He was subsequently tasked with chairing the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving Committee.
In April 2025, President Mahama officially inaugurated the National Prayer and Thanksgiving Committee and declared July 1, Ghana’s Republic Day, as the official National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving.
The initiative was in fulfilment of a campaign promise by the President. It was intended to provide a national platform for Ghanaians of different faiths to come together to thank God, pray for the country and seek divine guidance for the nation’s leadership and future.
The committee, chaired by Hon. Afriyie-Ankrah, includes representatives from major Christian and Islamic denominations, as well as other religious bodies.
Prophet Dr Akwasi Agyemang Prempeh serves as the Coordinator, while other key stakeholders have been engaged as part of efforts to ensure that the observance reflects Ghana’s religious diversity.
Since his appointment, Hon. Afriyie-Ankrah has led the committee in a series of engagements with religious and traditional leaders to mobilise support for the national observance.
These engagements have included consultations with senior Christian leaders, Muslim authorities and traditional rulers to ensure broad participation and inclusiveness.
The National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving is intended to provide an opportunity for Ghanaians to reflect on the nation’s journey, give thanks for God’s blessings and pray for peace, good governance, national development and the wellbeing of citizens.
At the maiden observance, President Mahama urged Ghanaians to use the occasion to strengthen national unity and promote peace, compassion and mutual respect.
He also commended Hon. Afriyie-Ankrah and members of the committee for their work in making the initiative a reality.
Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, was among the prominent Christian leaders who participated in the national observance.
His involvement underscored the important role of Ghana’s religious leadership in promoting peace, unity, moral responsibility and national development.
The courtesy call therefore formed part of the committee’s broader stakeholder engagement and appreciation of religious leaders whose support has contributed to the success of the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving in 2026.
Hon. Afriyie-Ankrah was accompanied by senior officials from the Presidency and members of the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving Committee during the visit.
The delegation reiterated President Mahama’s appreciation to Apostle Nyamekye and The Church of Pentecost for their support, describing the partnership between the Presidency and religious leadership as vital to promoting national unity and strengthening Ghana’s spiritual and social cohesion.
The engagement ended with a renewed commitment to deepen collaboration between the Presidency, religious bodies and other stakeholders in promoting peace, national unity and the collective wellbeing of Ghanaians.
Source: Felix Nyaaba/expressnewsghana.com
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