Accra: The Ambassador of C´te d'Ivoire to Ghana, Togo, and Benin, Assi©lou F©lix Tanon, has congratulated Ghana on the occasion of its 69th Independence Anniversary, describing the country as a model of democracy in the sub-region and beyond. In a message marking Ghana's independence celebration on March 6, the ambassador commended the country for its journey since gaining sovereignty in 1957, noting that it has grown into a stable and prosperous nation admired across the world.
According to Ghana Web, the ambassador conveyed the congratulatory message on behalf of the President of C´te d'Ivoire, Alassane Ouattara, extending warm wishes to the government and people of Ghana as they commemorate the historic milestone. The message praised Ghana's development over the decades, emphasizing the resilience and determination of its people and the strength of its democratic institutions.
Ambassador Tanon highlighted the strong diplomatic and bilateral relations between C´te d'Ivoire and Ghana, expressing satisfaction with the longstanding friendship and cooperation between the two neighbouring countries. He emphasised that the cordial ties between the two nations continue to strengthen cooperation and promote unity within the West African sub-region.
The ambassador concluded his message by wishing Ghana a happy Independence Day and reaffirming his support for continued collaboration between the two countries. 'Long live Ghana. Long live C´te d'Ivoire. Long live Ivorian-Ghanaian cooperation,' he stated.