Political Scientist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr. Kwame Asah-Asante, has indicated that a national prayer without actions is meaningless in transforming the country.

Speaking to the media, Dr. Asah-Asante noted that although uniting in prayers and worship is necessary, it is not enough to resolve national challenges.

“There is nothing wrong with the national prayer. At some point, we must remember our Maker and give thanks; that is undeniable. But hear this: Gratitude without patriotism is hollow or empty."

"Thanks without dedication to work, without hard work, without discipline, without people who are truly results-driven, that kind of thanks is meaningless," he said.

He argued that prayers must be matched with responsible leadership and citizen action to make a lasting impact.

"And most importantly, thanks without holding our leaders accountable, without standing firm against corruption—I'm afraid that is a waste of everyone’s time."

“If we have leaders like this, and men of God cannot look our Heads of State in the eye and tell them, ‘You are going wrong’ when the need arises, then we have a serious problem. Too often, they merely watch and seek to glorify those in power. No more! The time for change is now. Men of God must stand firm and speak truth boldly, that is what sets them apart from you and me,” he stated.

National Day of Prayer is a new initiative under the Mahama-led administration that will bring Ghanaians together to pray, worship, unite, and reflect for the nation's prosperity.

The service was grouped into two sessions; the Christian service will take place at the forecourt of the State House at 8:00 am.

It was led by His Eminence Peter Cardinal Kodwo Appiah Turkson, the Chancellor of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences and Social Sciences.

While the Muslim service was held at the National Mosque in Kanda at 12:30 pm and led by Chief Imam, His Eminence Dr. Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu.

Tuesday, 1st July, Republic Day has been reinstated as a statutory public holiday after Parliament on Wednesday, June 25, passed the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which amends Act 601.

However, the government has noted that statutory holidays that fall on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday will be commemorated on Monday or Friday. As such, the government's decision to declare July 4 a holiday.