Ghana’s First Lady, Mrs. Lordina Dramani Mahama, has positioned faith as a driving force for global action, urging world leaders and religious communities to combine prayer with policy in advancing children’s rights.
She delivered the call at the 7th Annual Prayer Service for Children, hosted by World Vision International at the United Nations’ Tillman Chapel, as global leaders converged for the 80th UN General Assembly.
Addressing the international audience, Mrs. Mahama framed her appeal under the event’s theme, “A Moment of Hope,” highlighting how faith could unite diverse nations, cultures, and political persuasions around the common duty to protect vulnerable children.
“Through prayer and collective action, we can create a world where every child is protected and empowered to achieve their full potential,” she declared.
Blending Scripture with Diplomacy
The First Lady invoked Proverbs 9:10 — “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom” — as a spiritual guide for leaders facing crises. She stressed that wisdom, peace, and decisive leadership were critical to ending the cycles of war, displacement, and neglect that often leave children as the most vulnerable victims.
Quoting President John Mahama, she reinforced the urgency of political will: “The challenges facing our children today are immense, but they can be tackled through decisive leadership.”
Prayer as Global Solidarity
Mrs. Mahama’s remarks took on the tone of both sermon and diplomatic statement. She led a heartfelt prayer for orphaned and needy children, asking for divine provision of food, shelter, clothing, and education.
Her message, however, was more than spiritual. She pressed the international community to translate compassion into policy, urging leaders gathered for the UN meetings to ensure that “prayer becomes action on the ground.”
Commending Humanitarian Partners
Acknowledging the efforts of humanitarian and faith-based organizations, Mrs. Mahama praised their continued work to alleviate the suffering of children in crisis. She also reaffirmed the Lordina Foundation’s mission of supporting women and children in Ghana, pledging to continue strengthening its impact.
The service drew faith leaders, diplomats, and civil society representatives who united in prayer and advocacy, underscoring the role of faith in global diplomacy.
By combining moral conviction with political urgency, Mrs. Mahama’s message positioned Ghana not only as a voice in international governance but also as a leader in faith-based diplomacy for children’s wellbeing.
