The President of the Republic of Liberia, H. E. George Manneh Weah has sent a message of congratulations to the Government and People of the Republic of Ghana on the occasion commemorating the 61st Independence Anniversary of that country.

According to a Foreign Ministry's release, in his message to his Ghanaian counterpart, H.E. Nana Addo Dankwa  Akufo-Addo, President Weah extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Government and People of Ghana on behalf of the Government and People of Liberia.

While applauding Ghana for its achievements since independence, the Liberian leader said Ghana remains a shining example of democratic governance and local development in West Africa.

He recalled Ghana’s direct contributions to Liberia and its pivotal role played, through ECOWAS, toward the democratic and peaceful transition of Liberia early this year.

President Weah further hoped that the bonds of friendship and cooperation subsisting between the two countries will continue to flourish under the leadership of Presidents Nana Akufo-Addo and weah for the mutual benefit of their peoples.

He indicated that as the people of Ghana celebrate this auspicious occasion, the two nations will continue to collaborate in furtherance of regional peace, security and economic integration.

President Weah then prayed that the Almighty God will endow President Nana Akufo-Addo with abundant wisdom and strength as he leads his people to greater heights.