As Ghana edges closer to the pivotal December 7 elections, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has added a spiritual twist to his campaign.
On December 1, 2024, he visited the Believers Worship Centre, also known as Second Chance, located in Teacher Nkwanta Adwumaim, Kwabre East District. Accompanied by a convoy of luxury vehicles and ardent supporters, Bawumia sought divine intervention in his quest for electoral victory.
During the service, Bawumia reportedly offered GHS150,000 as an offertory. Prophet Adom Kyei Duah, the founder of the Believers Worship Centre, urged the Vice President and his entourage to resume their campaign trail with faith that success was within reach. This visit is part of a broader trend, as the NPP has previously sought spiritual backing. In November, a party delegation visited a Seventh-day Adventist Church, offering GHC 3,000 in exchange for prayers for electoral success.
However, this reliance on spiritual support has drawn mixed reactions. Critics question the effectiveness and ethicality of such strategies. Evangelist Pius Godslove of Kumasi expressed skepticism, cautioning against the potential pitfalls of consulting questionable spiritual figures. “What assurance does Bawumia have that he is consulting genuine men of God instead of charlatans, fortune-tellers, or necromancers?” Godslove asked during a recent address.
The evangelist further emphasized that politicians should rely on a singular, true God and exercise discernment in their spiritual pursuits. He warned of the risks posed by false prophets who may exploit the faith of leaders for personal gain, potentially jeopardizing the nation’s integrity.
Bawumia’s actions reflect a growing trend in Ghanaian politics, where religious leaders are frequently involved in electoral campaigns. This raises important questions about the moral and ethical implications of spiritual endorsements. Can such engagements genuinely influence election outcomes, or do they merely serve as a veneer for deeper societal issues like superstition and manipulation?
With the election date fast approaching, the success of this strategy remains uncertain. Will Bawumia’s reliance on spiritual consultations bolster his chances, or could it alienate skeptical voters? As the nation watches closely, the effectiveness of this unorthodox approach will soon be put to the test.
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