The Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has urged politicians to abandon superstition, politically motivated prophecies, and short-term governance. He emphasized the need for the nation to adopt long-term planning as the foundation for sustainable development.
Speaking at the 2026 National Day of Prayer in Accra on Wednesday, July 1, Apostle Nyamekye stated that Ghana’s progress relies on intentional planning and responsible leadership, rather than on election-cycle promises and spiritual predictions. He encouraged the country to “settle down” and focus on building strong institutions that can support national growth.
Apostle Nyamekye expressed concern about the increasing influence of superstition and politically aligned prophecies during election seasons. He argued that such practices distract the nation from meaningful development. He called for national conversations to shift from predicting electoral outcomes to addressing the structural challenges facing the country.
The Pentecost Chairman also challenged political leaders to govern beyond campaign manifestos, insisting that leadership should be driven by a long-term vision instead of promises designed to win elections. He noted that planning exclusively around four-year electoral cycles has prevented Ghana from achieving lasting progress.
Apostle Nyamekye maintained that Ghana’s development agenda should reflect the country’s future beyond successive governments, stressing that national policies must outlive political administrations.
If we remain bound by superstition and the calendar, we will never truly progress. During elections, prophets emerge, and those whose predictions align with political interests often receive honour and recognition—and who wouldn’t desire that? Yet, we must move this nation beyond superstition and calendar‑bound thinking,” he urged.
Despite Ghana’s challenges, he expressed confidence in the country’s future, assuring citizens that hope remains. He emphasised that God has not abandoned Ghana, but cautioned that prayer alone cannot bring development. Discipline, responsibility, and purposeful action must accompany faith if the nation is to advance.
Source: Patricia Boakye
