Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Naa Momo Lartey, has called for fervent prayers for President John Mahama, emphasizing the importance of divine intervention to sustain him in his leadership role.
Speaking at the 7th Regional Council Meeting of the Greater Accra East Region of the Assemblies of God Church in Shai Hills, where she was the special guest of honor, Lartey urged the congregation to offer prayers for God’s grace and favor as Mahama works to transform Ghana’s fortunes.
Lartey, who is also the Krowor MP and a member of the Assemblies of God Church, recalled the prayers offered for Mahama before his ascent to the highest office of the land, noting that the church’s prayers had been answered.
“We prayed for grace, mercies, and favor to ascend to the highest office of the land, and the Lord granted it unto us—we are now the light, and everyone is looking up to us,” she said.
She urged the church to continue praying for the President, especially for his leadership to remain strong and effective.
“It is upon all of us to hold up the hands of John Dramani Mahama so they remain raised—so that the sun will stand still, the light will shine, and the world will see that he has truly been called to lead,” Lartey added.
Praising the church’s theme for the year, “Pray Without Ceasing for Supernatural Manifestation,” Lartey highlighted the importance of continuous prayer to sustain the light needed for effective governance.
She also called for prayers for Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, particularly regarding her health.
General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Wengam, emphasized the importance of intercessory prayer for the nation, stating that while human effort is important, divine intervention is crucial.
He encouraged the congregation to contribute to national development while rejecting societal vices.
In a significant announcement, Rev. Wengam shared that Ghana would host the World Assemblies of God Congress in 2026, an event expected to boost the country’s hospitality sector and economy.
He urged state agencies and partners to support the preparations for this global gathering.
Regional Superintendent Rev. Andrews Nelson Awintia reflected on the church’s focus on making prayer central to life, stressing its role in bringing unity, peace, and economic progress to the nation.
In gratitude for the church’s continued support, Naa Momo Lartey presented GH₵100,000 from President Mahama and GH₵20,000 from herself to the church. In return, the church, led by Rev. Stephen Wengam, presented a citation in her honor.
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