Ghanaians have been cautioned against succumbing to deceitful prophecies when choosing political leaders for the upcoming 2024 general election.
The Rector of Global Theological Seminary (GTS), Reverend Dr. Komi A. Hiagbe, emphasized that these self-made prophecies aim to mislead the public into believing that certain leaders have been chosen by God for the country.
In an interview with the Daily Graphic, Dr. Hiagbe expressed concern about individuals claiming to be men of God, delivering conflicting prophecies during elections.
He noted that such contradictory predictions can impact the judgment of congregants, potentially leading the country to lose competent leaders as some may be swayed by these prophecies.
“The truth is that God’s concern for us as a nation is not much about which football team wins, how the Black Stars are going to fare at AFCON or any other tournament.
Dr. Hiagbe, who holds a Master’s in Divinity and a doctoral degree in Theology, questioned the authenticity of prophecies that focus on political outcomes and emphasized that God’s concerns for the nation go beyond political leadership.
He criticized the prevalence of conflicting prophecies and the potential for deception, especially when there are prevailing issues of evil within churches and among congregations.
The scholar’s perspective aligns with recent concerns about prophecies predicting election outcomes, with the Police Administration engaging church leaders on responsible public communication.
Dr. Hiagbe underscored the importance of the Church playing a neutral and non-partisan role, focusing on prayer for peaceful elections and not becoming a platform for political promotion.
He emphasized that the Church should encourage informed choices by congregants and citizens for the betterment, peace, and stability of the country.
Dr. Hiagbe urged the electorate to prioritize competent leaders who can address challenges such as economic hardship and provide solutions in areas like education, health, sanitation, and employment.
Beyond prayer, Dr. Hiagbe emphasized that the Church should adopt a development-oriented approach, contributing solutions to national problems and serving as an agent for the realization of people’s potential.