We’ll protect muslim women’s right to wear hijab freely – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated his unwavering commitment to ensuring the freedom of Muslim women to wear the hijab, emphasizing the principles of religious tolerance and equality.

Addressing the National Muslim Prayer and Thanksgiving event held at the National Mosque in Kanda, Accra, on January 10, President Mahama assured the Muslim community of his administration’s dedication to safeguarding the constitutional rights of all citizens.

“Our constitution guarantees every Ghanaian the right to practice their religion, and this includes how we choose to dress,” President Mahama stated. “As such, my administration will continue to protect the rights of Muslim women to wear the hijab wherever they wish.”

The President also outlined plans to improve educational opportunities for underprivileged Muslim communities, promising targeted scholarships to address disparities in access to higher education.

“We are committed to providing more scholarships to students in underserved areas, particularly Muslim communities, to pursue studies in key fields such as medicine, law, and Information and Communication Technology. This will ensure more representation and equitable opportunities in these critical professions,” he added.

President Mahama’s remarks underscore his administration’s commitment to inclusivity, equal opportunity, and the protection of religious freedoms as pillars for national unity and development.

President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated his unwavering commitment to ensuring the freedom of Muslim women to wear the hijab, emphasizing the principles of religious tolerance and equality.

Addressing the National Muslim Prayer and Thanksgiving event held at the National Mosque in Kanda, Accra, on January 10, President Mahama assured the Muslim community of his administration’s dedication to safeguarding the constitutional rights of all citizens.

“Our constitution guarantees every Ghanaian the right to practice their religion, and this includes how we choose to dress,” President Mahama stated. “As such, my administration will continue to protect the rights of Muslim women to wear the hijab wherever they wish.”

The President also outlined plans to improve educational opportunities for underprivileged Muslim communities, promising targeted scholarships to address disparities in access to higher education.

“We are committed to providing more scholarships to students in underserved areas, particularly Muslim communities, to pursue studies in key fields such as medicine, law, and Information and Communication Technology. This will ensure more representation and equitable opportunities in these critical professions,” he added.

President Mahama’s remarks underscore his administration’s commitment to inclusivity, equal opportunity, and the protection of religious freedoms as pillars for national unity and development.