President John Dramani Mahama returned to the Mpraeso Assemblies of God Church in the Eastern Region on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, fulfilling a solemn promise he made to God ahead of the 2024 general elections.
In a gesture of gratitude for what he describes as divine favour that led to his electoral victory, the President donated GH¢50,000 to the church — a pledge he made during his campaign.
Mahama, who defeated then-incumbent New Patriotic Party government in the fiercely contested 2024 elections, had visited the Mpraeso Assemblies of God Church in the heat of his campaign, seeking divine guidance and promised to return with a thanksgiving offering should he win.
True to his word, he attended the church’s Easter service, accompanied by top government officials including Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah and Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey.
Speaking to a congregation filled with joy and reverence, President Mahama expressed deep gratitude for a peaceful election and a second chance to lead the nation.
“This is not just a financial contribution. It is a covenant fulfilled, and a personal testimony of God’s grace,” he said during the service, receiving applause from church members and leaders.
The donation was warmly received by the Eastern Region “C” Superintendent of the Assemblies of God Church, Rev. Joseph Baidoo, who commended the President for honouring his vow.
Rev. Baidoo assured Mahama of the church’s continued prayers and partnership in the government’s efforts to uplift communities across Ghana.
Mahama’s return to Mpraeso came as part of a wider Easter visit to Kwahu, a region known for hosting some of the most energetic Easter festivities.
His presence also included the launch of the Kwahu Business Forum at Mpreaso a day earlier, where he addressed entrepreneurs and CEOs, urging them to support Ghana’s economic revitalization and stressing the need for policies that enable local businesses to thrive.
The political undertones of Mahama’s return to Kwahu are significant. The former president, who lost to Akufo-Addo in the 2016 and 2020 elections, made a powerful comeback in 2024, reclaiming the presidency in a decisive contest that many observers viewed as a referendum on the previous administration’s economic management.
In addition to his public display of gratitude, President Mahama also shared a personal story during the Kwahu Business Forum about a failed business venture involving a relative, cautioning against mixing family and finance.
–BY Daniel Bampoe
