The First Lady, Lordina Dramani Mahama, has appealed to Ghanaian health professionals and young skilled workers to remain in the country and contribute to national development instead of seeking opportunities abroad.

Speaking at the Merck Foundation Ghana Alumni Summit on Tuesday, May 19, where she was recognised as Ambassador for the More Than a Mother campaign in Ghana, Mrs Mahama said the government alone cannot achieve its development agenda without the support and commitment of professionals across different sectors.

She said the administration of John Dramani Mahama remains committed to implementing policies such as Free Primary Healthcare and the 24-Hour Economy initiative, but stressed that the success of those programmes depends heavily on the contribution of citizens.

Addressing alumni and beneficiaries at the summit, the First Lady described them as critical to Ghana’s future and urged them not to abandon the country despite the attraction of better opportunities abroad.

Mrs Mahama clarified that she was not discouraging young professionals from exploring global opportunities, but encouraged them to remain connected to Ghana and use their knowledge to support national development.