President Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has marked his first year in office with a national thanksgiving service at Jubilee House in Accra, as his administration pivots from stabilisation to structural reform in its second year.
The non-denominational service, held on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 8:00 a.m., brought together religious leaders, government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, and civil society under the theme: “Resetting. Rebuilding. Renewing.” It was framed as both an act of national gratitude and a reaffirmation of the government’s commitment to inclusive governance and macroeconomic recovery.
The event underscored the Mahama administration’s emphasis on unity and reflection following a year defined by fiscal consolidation, social protection expansion, and efforts to restore public trust in state institutions after a turbulent electoral transition in December 2024.
While the president did not deliver a major policy address during the service, the symbolism of the gathering carried weight. The choice of a thanksgiving—rather than a political rally—aligns with his repeated appeals for national healing amid persistent challenges, including high inflation, youth unemployment, and the environmental and fiscal toll of illegal mining.
The administration’s first year coincided with Ghana’s ongoing engagement under the International Monetary Fund’s Extended Credit Facility, which it entered in 2023. Early indicators suggest stabilisation: the cedi has shown reduced volatility since mid-2025, inflation has declined from double digits, and external reserves have modestly improved, according to Bank of Ghana data cited in government briefings.
Yet public expectations remain high. Analysts note that the real test of the Mahama presidency will come in 2026—its second year—as it seeks to translate macroeconomic gains into tangible improvements in living standards, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and low-income households.
MyJoyOnline reported that the thanksgiving service included interfaith prayers, hymns, and reflections on national resilience, with religious leaders calling for moral accountability in public life and renewed civic participation.
The event officially launched a series of anniversary activities, though officials emphasised that the focus would remain on service delivery—not celebration. Upcoming engagements include town halls on healthcare reform, a national dialogue on galamsey (illegal mining), and the rollout of a jobs-for-youth initiative in five regions.
As Ghana enters a new political and economic cycle, the administration’s mantra—Resetting. Rebuilding. Renewing.—serves as both mission statement and metric by which its legacy may be judged.