Church Reaffirms Political Neutrality Amid Flagbearer Race
The Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church in Ghana has dismissed claims suggesting it has endorsed New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Kennedy Agyapong, describing such reports as false and misleading.
In a statement issued by church leadership, the SDA Church clarified that it remains strictly non-partisan and does not support, promote, or endorse any political party or candidate. The Church stressed that its mandate is spiritual and humanitarian, not political.
The clarification follows public speculation after Mr. Agyapong was prayed for at a church-related gathering, which some interpreted as an endorsement. According to the SDA Church, the prayer was pastoral in nature, explaining that prayers are offered to all individuals regardless of their political affiliation, background, or aspirations.
“The Seventh-day Adventist Church does not endorse political candidates,” the statement emphasized, adding that the Church welcomes all persons to worship and receive spiritual support without discrimination.
The Church further cautioned politicians and their supporters against using church platforms, services, or religious activities for political messaging, particularly during election-related periods.
Reaffirming its long-standing position, the SDA Church urged the public to respect its neutrality while encouraging members to exercise their civic rights as private individuals, not as representatives of the Church.
