Let’s sacrifice for national development – Ofosu-Ampofo

Accra, Oct. 29, GNA – Mr. Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo, Minister of Local Government and Rural Development has enjoined Ghanaians to sacrifice a little for the peace and prosperity of the nation.   He pointed out that Ghanaians would be making a very sad mistake if they took the current peaceful atmosphere within the country for granted.   Mr. Ofosu-Ampofo, who is also the National Democratic Congress’s parliamentary candidate for Tema west, made the call when he joined Muslims of three communities in the constituency to celebrate their festival of sacrifice popularly known as Eid-Adha.   The communities were Lashibi, Klagon and Adjei Kojo.   Mr. Ofosu-Ampofo commended the Muslims for their high sense of discipline and urged them to use the occasion to pray for the country’s progress and prosperity.   He advised Muslim youths not to be lured by selfish politicians to engage in acts that will disturb the national cohesion and peace.   The parliamentary candidate asked Ghanaians to continue praying for God’s mercies and blessings on the nation to ensure peaceful polls on December 7.   The Minister presented two rams to the Muslim community at Adjei Kojo while those in Lashibi and Klagon were each given one ram towards the celebration of their festival of sacrifice.   GNA... Read Full Story