A National Inter Faith Memorial Service has been held at the Presidency to honour eight people who lost their lives a year ago, with the National Chief Imam’s spokesperson, Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, describing the event as a timely and fitting tribute to their memory.
The service, held on Thursday, 6 August 2026, brought together President John Dramani Mahama, Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, religious leaders, government officials, bereaved families and other dignitaries to remember the deceased and offer prayers for their families.
The programme featured readings from the Bible and the Quran, alongside messages of hope, healing and encouragement for grieving relatives, including widows of the deceased.
Addressing mourners, Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu reflected on the pain caused by the tragedy and urged families to find comfort in faith, saying that while death is difficult to accept, it remains part of God’s divine will.
“Exactly a year ago, we lost gallant souls, but the will of God always prevails in circumstances like these,” he said.
He said the tragedy served as a reminder that death often comes unexpectedly, leaving many without the opportunity to bid farewell to loved ones.
“The deceased could not have had the chance to say goodbye to their families and loved ones before their departure,” he said.
Sheikh Aremeyaw noted that although the circumstances surrounding the deaths remained painful and difficult to understand, life and death ultimately rest in God’s hands.
He also reminded the gathering that life is guided by purpose and destiny, urging people to live meaningful lives while they have the opportunity.
Commending the organisers of the National Inter Faith Memorial Service, Sheikh Aremeyaw described the event as a timely initiative that appropriately honoured the memory and contributions of the departed.
By Martha Seyram Jackson
