President John Mahama has called on Ghanaians to embrace unity, integrity, and service above self as he marked one year in office, emphasising that the government’s progress is measured not only in statistics but in restored hope and trust.

Speaking at a Thanksgiving service held at the Jubilee House in Accra, the President reflected on the achievements of his administration while acknowledging that much work remains.

He urged Ghanaians to view the milestone as a moment for recommitment to governance anchored in competence, compassion, and inclusivity.

“The work we have begun is far from finished, but today reminds us that progress is not measured only by numbers and by charts and diagrams. It is also measured by hope that is restored, by trust that is rebuilt, and correct direction that is regained,” President Mahama said.

He further outlined his administration’s pledge to ethical leadership and service to the people, particularly the youth, the vulnerable, and those who feel excluded from the nation’s development agenda.

“And so today we recommit to ethical leadership. We recommit ourselves to service above self. We recommit ourselves to governance anchored in integrity, competence, and compassion. We recommit ourselves to listening, especially to the voices of our vulnerable, our youth, and those who feel excluded,” he added.

President Mahama also highlighted the importance of national unity as a cornerstone of effective governance, noting that the strength of leadership comes from the ability to rise above differences and work together for the common good.

“My fellow countrymen and women, the year ahead will demand even more from us. It will test our resolve, our patience, and our discipline. But it will also offer us opportunities to deepen the reforms we have started, to accelerate our growth, and ensure that development and progress touch every part of our country,” he said.

The President urged public officials and citizens alike to approach the coming year with humility, empathy, and courage, stressing that leadership should always be viewed as stewardship.

The Thanksgiving service at Jubilee House brought together government officials, traditional leaders, and religious representatives to celebrate the first year of President Mahama’s administration, which has focused on restoring economic stability, promoting inclusive governance, and reinforcing ethical leadership across state institutions.