Mahama urges Muslim youth to embrace education

President John Dramani Mahama has called on Muslim youth to embrace it as a key driver of change and progress.

Speaking at the Eid-ul-Fitir prayer at the Independence Square in Accra, President Mahama highlighted the importance of knowledge in shaping a better future.

According to him, education remains the most powerful tool for personal and national development.

President Mahama also encouraged young Muslims to prioritize learning and skills that will equip them for opportunities to uplift their communities and contribute meaningfully to Ghana’s growth.

“Education remains the most powerful tool for change, and I want to encourage our Muslim youth to embrace it fully. Education is our opportunity for social mobility. Islam itself teaches us that seeking knowledge is a lifelong duty for every Muslim,” he said.

“Our Muslim communities have made remarkable contributions to Ghana’s development, and I would like to take this opportunity to commend you for your efforts. From education and healthcare to business and governance, the impact of our Muslim brothers and sisters is evident everywhere,” he noted.

“Our Zongo communities remain centres of entrepreneurship, trade, and cultural enrichment. However, we must do more to ensure that development in our Muslim communities is balanced and catches up with the rest of our country,” he urged.