President John Mahama has announced plans to amend the Public Holidays Act to reinstate July 1 as a statutory holiday, restoring its significance as Republic Day and Senior Citizens Day in Ghana.
Speaking during his Thank You visit to the Western Region on Wednesday, February 5, President Mahama also proposed that July 1 be observed as a National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, providing an opportunity for Ghanaians to reflect and express gratitude for the nation’s progress.
“In the amendments to the Republic Holidays Act, we shall also fulfill our promise to the Muslim community by granting an extra holiday to mark Eid-ul-Fitr,” he stated. To ensure an organized observance, he will appoint a committee of religious leaders to oversee preparations.
“We will soon present to Parliament amendments to the Public Holidays Act to make these changes official,” President Mahama affirmed.
He emphasized that the Holy Book enjoins believers to give thanks in all circumstances, adding, “As a nation, we will soon have the opportunity to pray and give thanks to the Almighty God.”
