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January 3, 2025
President Akufo-Addo in a rather solemn farewell to Ghanaians as he addressed the nation in his last State of the Nation Address told Ghanaian how satisfied he is to be leaving behind a thriving country, secured and safe.
“Mr. Speaker, I am happy to hand over a Ghana that is safe, secure, united and firmly rooted in her attachment to democratic principles and respect for the rule of law—a nation that continues to shine as a beacon of peace and stability in an often-troubled Africa and an uncertain world.”
I leave behind a Ghana that is thriving, one that has navigated significant global challenges with remarkable tenacity, whose economy is steadily rebounding, and whose institutions are operating effectively.
It is a Ghana where the youth are being empowered with opportunities to channel their energies into meaningful and productive endeavours, where the arts are beginning to flourish, and where the elderly can grow old in safety and dignity, and continue to make meaningful contributions to society. I leave behind a Ghana that is working, he added.
According to him, bowing out in the knowledge that the nation will go from strength to strength, and that freedom and justice has taken hold forever in our body politic.
Commending the people of Ghana for the trust and confidence reposed in him over the last eight years, he said serving as President has been the highest privilege of his life; adding that he has done so with unwavering commitment, boundless energy, and a deep love for Ghana, always guided by the belief that our nation’s best days lie ahead.
“Reflecting on this journey, I am filled with pride for what we have accomplished. From the transformative policies in education and healthcare to the strides in agriculture, digitilisation, energy, governance, infrastructure, industry and trade, these achievements are not mine alone, they also belong to every Ghanaian who has contributed to the collective effort of nation-building. We have demonstrated that, through unity, resilience and determination, we can overcome even the greatest challenges. I am confident that the progress we have made will inspire future generations to dream bigger, aim higher, and achieve more for our beloved Ghana.”
Ghanamps.com