Renowned Ghanaian prophetic voice Bernard Elbernard Nelson-Eshun has announced his decision to voluntarily step back for a season from public teaching, preaching, and pulpit ministry to allow time for reflection, prayer, and counsel. The announcement follows his public apology over a prophecy concerning the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primaries that did not come to pass, a moment that sparked nationwide debate on prophetic accountability and spiritual leadership in Ghana.
Prophet Bernard Nelson-Eshun announces a temporary withdrawal from public ministry
In a reflective statement, Bernard acknowledged the weight of speaking with prophetic authority and emphasized the need for spiritual recalibration, humility, and restoration, echoing sentiments he previously expressed in his apology over the failed NPP primaries prophecy (read full apology here). His decision has drawn mixed reactions across religious and social media spaces, with some applauding his honesty and restraint, while others see it as a defining moment for prophetic credibility in Ghana’s public discourse.
The development comes amid a broader national conversation on prophecy, politics, and spirituality, especially as calls for prayer intensify following recent revelations and visions shared by Ghanaian voices at home and abroad, including Daniel Jeddman’s chilling vision urging Ghanaians worldwide to pray (details here).
Analysts note that Bernard Nelson-Eshun’s step back mirrors global religious trends where faith leaders choose reflection over visibility in times of controversy, a practice increasingly discussed by international outlets such as BBC Africa, Reuters Africa, and Al Jazeera Ghana. Whether temporary or transformative, his withdrawal marks a pivotal chapter in Ghana’s evolving relationship between faith, prophecy, and public accountability.
