President Mahama Receives ‘International Statesperson Award’ for Global Leadership

• President John Dramani Mahama receives prestigious International Statesperson Award for global leadership
• First African leader honoured, marking a historic milestone for both the World Affairs Council and Africa
• Mahama emphasizes inspiration from African forebears in his commitment to global peace and development

President John Dramani Mahama has been honoured with the ‘International Statesperson Award’, the highest recognition for global leadership bestowed by the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia.

The award, which has been presented periodically since 1973, honours distinguished international figures and leaders whose work promotes peace, freedom, and leaves a lasting impact on world affairs.

President John Dramani Mahama is the first African leader to receive this prestigious honour since its inception. This makes it a historic milestone for both the Council and Africa.

The World Affairs Council described the award as a tribute to exceptional global leadership, underscoring President Mahama’s enduring contributions to international diplomacy and governance.

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Speaking at the ceremony on Friday, March 27, 2026, the President and Chief Executive Officer of World Affairs, Lauren Swartz, indicated that President Mahama has lived by the examples the award scheme seeks to honour throughout his distinguished career.

The qualities, he said, include Mahama’s steadfast democratic leadership, strengthening intentional partnerships, championing peaceful transitions, fostering economic and regional prosperity, and global advocacy for Africa.

President Mahama, in his address, stated that his motivation for global peace and development has been fueled by the foundations of Africa’s forebears, including Dr Kwame Nkrumah, Nelson Mandela, and Kenneth Kaunda, among other leaders.

Netizens congratulate President Mahama

YEN.com.gh collated some reactions on social media after President Mahama received the award. Read them below:

King Mawuli said:

"You can't just hate this man. The star of Africa. May our ancestors protect you always."

Seth Joseph wrote:

"There are much more blessings coming upon Our President And Mummy President and also unto we their children."

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Walaby Jeff said:

"My President, Our President, in fact, the whole of Africa is proud of you. We wish you safe and back home, with ease."

Mohammed Al-amin Fuseini wrote:

"Congratulations to his excellence president of the Republic of Ghana president John Dramani Mahama indeed we are really grateful."

Jesiwaa Ruth said:

"My Dear President, May wisdom guide your decisions, courage strengthen your resolve, and compassion shape your leadership for the good of all Ghanaians."

Ibrahim Marwan wrote:

"Recognition like this shows the importance of leadership, diplomacy, and international cooperation."

Kelvin Kay wrote:

"The president of the moment."

Michael Ahomka said:

"Congratulations our beloved president, in fact you’ve made us proud as Ghanaians and Africans as a whole."

Eric Yaw Lopez Abankwa wrote:

"President Mahama, why did you skip Newark boosu, it is very unfair to us. We could have gathered on the only Ghanaian way. Anyway l am glad you put us on the map."

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Mahama responds to Lincoln University snub

In another publication, YEN.com.gh reported that President John Mahama reacted to Lincoln University's U-turn on giving him an honorary doctorate

He highlighted the university's historic ties to Ghana's first president, Kwame Nkrumah, as significant.

The president assured that Ghana's relationship with the university will thrive despite the controversy.

Source: YEN.com.gh