The Chief of Staff, Hon. Julius Debrah, has encouraged young people in Ghana to remain focused and determined in all their pursuits, stressing that they have the ability to achieve anything they set their minds to.
Speaking at the National Youth Conference, held from September 4 to 5, 2025, at the Pentecost Congregation Centre in Gomoa Fetteh in the Central Region, Mr. Debrah reminded the gathering that success comes with focus, hard work, and faith.
“Success is not an accident — it is born of focus, hard work, and faith.” – Hon. Julius Debrah
He urged the youth to consider the “God factor” in every aspect of their lives, emphasizing that man was created in the image of God and, therefore, endowed with the capacity to create and achieve.
“Man was created in the image of God; therefore, you carry within you the power to create, to build, and to achieve.” – Hon. Julius Debrah
Sharing his own humble beginnings, the Chief of Staff told participants that perseverance and belief in their potential are key to overcoming challenges and realizing their dreams.
“No beginning is too humble. With perseverance and belief in your potential, every challenge can be overcome.” – Hon. Julius Debrah
The conference, held under the theme “Igniting Potential; Inspiring Change,” drew young people from across the country to discuss ways to unlock their abilities and contribute positively to national development.
Summary of Main Points
Hon. Julius Debrah encouraged Ghanaian youth to remain focused, determined, and inspired.
He stressed that success is built on focus, hard work, faith, and perseverance.
He urged young people to include the ‘God factor’ in their pursuits, highlighting human potential.
He shared his humble beginnings as proof that belief in oneself helps overcome challenges.
The National Youth Conference theme: ‘Igniting Potential; Inspiring Change,’ emphasized youth empowerment and national development.