Former President John Dramani Mahama has entreated political leaders to take up their mantle seriously in ensuring Ghana recovers its prestigious name.

He made the clarion call today, as Ghana celebrates its 66th Independence Day.

"We can, obviously, make our independence from colonial rule count if we put our minds to the task and eschew greed and divisiveness in all sectors of our national life. I also know political leadership has a greater responsibility towards making Ghana great and strong again," he said in a Facebook post.

"Happy and a reflective 66th Independence Day to us all," he added.

Although much is expected from the leaders, the former president noted that every citizen has a role to play, and therefore entreated all and sundry to work together for the greater good of the country.

"I, therefore, urge every Ghanaian including members of government to acknowledge our common but differentiated roles and responsibilities in order to deliver our best service to build the Ghana we want together."

This year’s celebration is being held at Ho in the Volta Region for the very first time and under the theme “Our Unity, Our Strength, Our Purpose."

Source: The Independent Ghana