President John Dramani Mahama has praised the resilience and maturity of Ghana’s democracy during his address at the country’s 69th Independence Day celebration at Jubilee House.
Speaking to citizens and dignitaries, the President said Ghana’s democratic progress has been built through the contributions of successive governments.
“Every administration, regardless of its challenges, has contributed to the Ghana that we have today. Our democracy has endured because we learned to compete without destroying, to disagree without hatred, and to transfer power peacefully,” he said.
President Mahama noted that Ghana’s commitment to multiparty democracy, regular elections, and constitutional governance has helped position the country as a model of democratic practice in Africa.
He stressed that sustaining political stability depends not only on institutions and laws but also on the attitudes of citizens who continue to choose dialogue, compromise, and tolerance over conflict.
“Democracy is more than elections; it is a culture, a practice, and a shared commitment to fairness and justice,” he added.
President Mahama also urged Ghanaians, especially the youth, to uphold civic responsibility, ethical leadership, and accountability.
He called on government, civil society, and citizens to protect democratic values as the country works toward a more prosperous and inclusive future.
