President John Mahama has announced his intention to reinstate July 1 as a statutory public 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 proposed that July 1 be observed as a National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, allowing Ghanaians to reflect and express appreciation for the nation’s progress.

“We will have the opportunity as a nation soon to pray and give thanks to the Almighty God, as enjoined by the Holy Book that says, ‘In all things, give thanks,’” he stated.

To ensure a well-organised observance, Mr Mahama stated that he will appoint a committee of religious leaders to oversee preparations for the event.

Additionally, he confirmed that amendments to the Public Holidays Act will be presented to Parliament, to to restore July 1 as a statutory holiday.

"We will soon present to Parliament amendments to the Public Holidays Act in order that we can restore July 1 as a holiday."

"In the amendments of the Republic Holidays Act, we shall also make provisions to fulfill our promise to the Muslim community of an extra holiday to mark the Muslim festival of Eid-ul-Fitr," President Mahama said.