Okyere Baafi questions clergy's silence on national issues
Michael Okyere Baafi criticised sections of the clergy for their silence on key national issues, speaking on Asempa FM's Ekosii Sen show. Mr. Baafi alleged that some prominent pastors have taken up roles as presidential advisers, which he believes has affected their willingness to speak out. He said, "Many influential pastors have turned into presidential advisers. Those who once portrayed themselves as saints and opposed Akufo-Addo are now surprisingly silent. This behaviour is hypocritical."
Mr. Baafi argued that religious leaders who were previously vocal under former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo have now gone quiet under the administration of President John Dramani Mahama. He described this situation as hypocritical, stressing that clergy are expected to remain neutral and speak truth to power regardless of which government is in office. Mr. Baafi noted that Mahama's government has been in power for two years.
Mr. Baafi urged religious leaders to be consistent and objective in addressing national issues, noting that Ghanaians look up to them for moral guidance. He stated that soon the NDC will hold elections, leading to shifts in allegiance.
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Michael Okyere Baafi has taken aim at some members of the clergy- raising questions about their silence. He suggests a change in government may be influencing their willingness to speak- but what could be the implications?
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