Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, the Presidential Envoy and Chairman of the National Planning Committee, has disclosed that the government has presented a total donation of GH¢100,000 to the Korle Bu Dialysis Centre.
The Presidential Envoy and Chairman of the National Planning Committee detailed that the Presidency decided to top up the amount with an additional GH¢63,427, bringing the total donation to GH¢100,000.
According to reports, on July 13, 2026, the government donated the GH¢100,000 proceeds raised during the event to the Korle Bu Dialysis Centre.
Speaking during the presentation, Elvis Afriyie Ankrah stated, “July 1 was the maiden edition, and it also marks Ghana’s birthday. The President thought it wise that, considering the numerous blessings the good Lord has bestowed upon us, we should give thanks. I recall that when we were about to organise this event, some people questioned why we should give thanks because there had been flooding. We took an offering on that day and promised that we would donate it to the Dialysis Centre.
“This is because some of us have encountered people who were healthy and strong but were suddenly diagnosed with kidney disease. I have seen people sell their properties just to pay for treatment. We thought it was important to bring our token to the Dialysis Centre. The offering amounted to GH¢36,573”, he said.
He added, “But we decided to top it up so that we could present a round figure. So, it is GH¢100,000 that we are presenting to you, and we believe this will be neither the first nor the last”.
Elvis Afriyie Ankrah also called on corporate entities to support the cause by making donations to assist individuals battling kidney failure.
“Going forward, we will continue to support this cause. I want to use this platform to encourage other corporate entities to do the same”, he added.
The Chief Executive Officer of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Dr Yakubu Seidu Adam, also expressed his gratitude to the President and the organising team.
Dr Yakubu Seidu Adam stated, “We all know the consequences when patients can no longer afford dialysis services. We are also doing everything possible to improve the situation. In addition, we are strengthening our kidney transplant programme to ensure that we are able to provide the required procedures.
We are open to all forms of assistance from across the country, especially from corporate bodies. We also welcome support whenever we undertake community outreach programmes”, Dr Seidu Adam noted.
In related news, President John Dramani Mahama has said that while prayer and faith remain important pillars of national life, they must be complemented by hard work, discipline and responsibility to transform Ghana.
Mahama made the remarks during the 2026 National Day of Prayer held in Accra on Wednesday, July 1.
He called on Ghanaians to embrace a strong work ethic and actively contribute to national development.
President Mahama cited biblical teachings highlighting that genuine faith must be accompanied by practical efforts to bring about meaningful change.
“Our national journey reminds us of an enduring truth, ‘faith without works is dead,’ says James 2:26. And prayer without responsibility cannot transform an economy. Hope without discipline cannot create prosperity.
“Throughout history, God’s people have always combined faith with hard work. When Nehemiah rebuilt the walls of Jerusalem, the people prayed but they also laboured. When Joseph prepared Egypt for the years of famine, they also planned wisely.”
President Mahama also urged Ghanaians to consciously reject bitterness, intolerance and all forms of divisive behaviour.
He called on citizens to prioritise unity, dialogue and collective hope as the country advances its national reset agenda.
Mahama argued that national progress cannot be achieved in an atmosphere of hostility, mistrust or division.
“Our constitution binds us together, our history unites us, and our future depends upon our ability to work together; therefore, let us reject bitterness, intolerance and division.
“Let us reject corruption and cynicism. Instead, let us embrace dialogue over hostility, service over self-interest, unity over division and hope over despair. No nation has ever achieved greatness by allowing its differences to define its future.”
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𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲: The National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving has translated gratitude into tangible impact.
— Elvis Afriyie-Ankrah (@Afriyie_Ankrah) July 13, 2026
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