President John Mahama has pledged to intensify the fight against corruption, assuring Ghanaians that his administration will hold public officials to the highest ethical standards.

Speaking at the National Prayer and Thanksgiving Service at the Ohene Konadu Auditorium, UPSA in Accra, he emphasised the need to tackle corruption, which he described as a serious threat to the foundation of society and reaffirmed his commitment to serving all citizens, regardless of their political, ethnic, or religious backgrounds.

“As we celebrate this victory, I want to assure every Ghanaian that I stand here as a president for all of you, regardless of your political, ethnic, or religious affiliation,”he said.

The President reminded potential appointees of the rigorous standards that will define his administration.

Anyone appointed to public office will be held to the highest ethical and professional standards.

“We will strengthen the fight against corruption relentlessly, knowing that it undermines the very fabric of our society,” he stated. He added that individuals appointed to public office would be held to the highest ethical and professional standards.

“Those of you submitting your CVs should know that it will not be business as usual,” the President warned, stressing his commitment to ensuring that public office is not a place for personal gain but a platform for responsible service to the nation's standards,” he warned.

Drawing inspiration from scripture, President Mahama likened Ghana to the biblical Garden of Eden, emphasising the duty of all citizens to nurture and protect the nation.

“In Genesis 2:15, the Bible says the Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it. This verse reminds us of our duty to be good stewards of our nation. We must take Ghana as our Eden, entrusted to us by God to work and care for diligently.”

The President outlined his administration’s priorities, which include restoring economic prosperity, promoting sustainable energy, protecting the environment, and ensuring equitable resource distribution.

He called for collective effort and determination to overcome the challenges ahead, promising to build a nation future generations will be proud of.

“As we embark on this journey, I humbly ask for your continued prayers and partnership. Governing a nation requires wisdom, strength, courage, and humility. I will continuously seek the counsel of men and women of God, knowing that without Him, we are nothing,” he said.

He concluded by urging Ghanaians to unite in prayer and action. “Let us continue to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s guidance as we work together to heal our land. May God bless and guide us in the task ahead and abundantly bless our beloved nation.”