First Lady, Mrs Lordina Dramani Mahama, has called on world leaders and faith communities to step up protection and support for vulnerable children, delivering a sermon-like appeal at the 7th Annual Prayer Service for Children held at the United Nations’ Tillman Chapel.
Speaking at the event organised by World Vision International, Mrs Mahama framed the gathering around this year’s theme, “A Moment of Hope,” and urged collective prayer to back decisive political action for children affected by conflict and humanitarian crises.
“We gather here, from different nations and cultures, but we are united by our shared faith,” she told attendees.
“Through prayer and collective action, we can create a world where every child is protected and empowered to achieve their full potential.”
The First Lady warned that children often bear the worst consequences when states and communities fail, noting that many young lives in Africa and elsewhere are lost or traumatised by war and displacement.
Quoting President John Mahama, she said, “The challenges facing our children today are immense, but they can be tackled through decisive leadership.”
Mrs. Mahama invoked scripture to underline her plea for wise leadership and communal care.
“As the Bible reminds us in Proverbs 9:10, ‘The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom…’ With divine wisdom, our leaders can follow paths of peace and progress for all children,” she said.
She also lifted up a prayer for needy and orphaned children worldwide:
“Heavenly Father, I lift the needy and orphaned children in Ghana and across the world into your loving care. I ask that you surround them with protection, comfort, and hope for a brighter future. Provide for their daily needs, including food, shelter, clothing, and education.”
Mrs Mahama used the platform to commend the work of faith-based and humanitarian groups and to reaffirm the Lordina Foundation’s commitment to improving the lives of women and children in Ghana.
She urged the international community gathered for the UN General Assembly to pair policy with compassion so that prayer becomes action on the ground.
The prayer service, held on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly, drew faith leaders, diplomats, and civil society partners who joined in solidarity for children’s protection and wellbeing.
Source: Adomonline
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