The Digest:
Ghana's President John Mahama has said Nigeria's stability is of key importance to Ghana's security interests, noting the strong ties between both countries. Speaking at the African Heritage Awards 2026, he said: "When you have cousins like 250 million of them, you want them to do well so that 1 million of them don't come drifting towards a small country like Ghana. That's why every day I wake up and pray for Nigeria."
Key Points:
- Mahama said instability in Nigeria could have wider consequences across West Africa.
- He highlighted the close demographic and economic relationship between both nations.
- His remarks have sparked reactions online.
- Nigeria's population of over 250 million makes it Africa's most populous nation.
- Ghana has a population of approximately 33 million.
Sources: GTV, Vanguard
