As Ghana approaches its December 7 elections, President Nana Akufo-Addo has appealed to religious leaders to avoid making election-related prophecies that could affect national stability.
Speaking through Stephen Asamoah Boateng, the Minister of Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, at the “Agent of Peace” campaign organized by the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) on November 3, 2024, the President underscored the importance of peace and respectful dialogue during this critical period.
The President encouraged the clergy to guide their congregations toward unity and stability, especially as the nation prepares to cast its ballots. Acknowledging Ghana’s democratic progress, he emphasized that all political and religious leaders share a duty to create a supportive and respectful atmosphere. He urged leaders to avoid divisive language or prematurely declaring victory, warning that such actions could disrupt the peaceful fabric of the nation.
“Elections are the foundation of democratic legitimacy,” Akufo-Addo stated, stressing that the nation must resist using “provocative and abusive language” that could mislead or divide. He also urged the clergy to advise members who predict election outcomes, saying, “I call on all our revered members of the clergy also to put a check on those of their members who are going round and prophesying winners of an election which is yet to be held.” The President’s message served as a reminder of the critical role of religious and political leaders in preserving Ghana’s democratic stability.
