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President John Dramani Mahama says he intends to appeal directly to Russian President Vladimir Putin for a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war during his planned attendance at the Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow.
Speaking in an interview at the Financial Times Africa Summit in London, Mahama indicated that he hoped to use the visit to encourage an end to the fighting.
“Indeed, I’m going to Russia for the Russia-Africa Summit and try to convince President Putin to have a ceasefire if I can,” he said.
The President acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding such an effort. He did not announce a scheduled bilateral meeting with Putin or confirm that formal ceasefire discussions had been arranged.
Mahama placed his intended appeal within Ghana’s longstanding policy of non-alignment, reiterating the country’s commitment to being “friends to all and enemies to none.”
He explained that Ghana seeks to maintain constructive international relationships and remain open to investment despite geopolitical rivalries.
The President also highlighted the wider consequences of the war, particularly its effects on African food security and global economic stability. His remarks reflected concerns that the prolonged conflict continues to affect countries far beyond Europe.
The planned Russia visit would provide an opportunity for Mahama to raise those concerns, although the format and timing of any direct engagement with Putin remain unconfirmed.
Source: Omanghana
