The National Peace Council (NPC) has renewed its appeal to prophets, evangelists, and Christian leaders across Ghana to exercise restraint and responsibility in the delivery of prophecies during 31st Watch Night services, warning that unguarded religious pronouncements could threaten national peace and social cohesion.
Speaking on Monday, December 29, 2025, the Public Relations Manager of the NPC, Kwesi Yirenkyi Boateng, stressed the need for caution, particularly at a time when end-of-year religious services attract heightened emotions and expectations.
“I believe the level we have gotten to as a nation, we all understand what it means with the directive the former IGP gave. But be that as it may, we ought to also be cautious and measured in the prophecies that we share,” Mr Boateng said.
National Interest Above Sensationalism
Mr Boateng underscored the importance of placing national interest, peaceful coexistence, and social harmony above sensational or fear-inducing prophecies. He acknowledged that prophecy remains a central element of Christian worship and biblical tradition, but emphasized that the manner of delivery is critical.
According to him, careless or alarmist prophecies, especially during Watch Night services, have the potential to create anxiety, heighten tensions, and undermine Ghana’s hard-won reputation for peace and stability.
Biblical Example of Responsible Prophecy
To illustrate his point, the NPC spokesperson cited a biblical example involving Prophet Nathan and King David, explaining how sensitive messages can be communicated without provoking fear or unrest.
“Prophet Nathan put it allegorically, and then he confronted David nicely. Prophecies should come, but we need to see how we deliver these prophecies so that they won’t disturb the peaceful coexistence or unnecessarily exacerbate the tension in the country,” Mr Boateng explained during an interview on Citi FM.
Protecting Ghana’s Democratic Stability
Mr Boateng noted that Ghana has made significant progress in nurturing religious tolerance, democratic stability, and social cohesion, warning that irresponsible end-of-year prophecies risk eroding these gains.
He therefore urged Christian leaders to be deliberate and thoughtful in their public messages as the nation prepares to usher in the new year.
“We should be measured in how we communicate these prophecies to each other or to the country, especially on 31st December, so that we will still have our country intact,” he appealed.
Call for Messages of Hope and Unity
The NPC further emphasized that religious messages should serve as instruments of national development, not sources of fear or anxiety. Mr Boateng stressed that faith leaders wield enormous influence and must use their platforms to inspire hope, unity, moral responsibility, and peace.
According to him, Watch Night sermons and prophecies should encourage social harmony and motivate citizens to contribute positively to Ghana’s growth rather than heightening public apprehension.
The National Peace Council’s appeal adds to similar calls by civil society organizations and state institutions for responsible religious communication, particularly during sensitive national periods, to safeguard Ghana’s longstanding image as one of Africa’s most peaceful and stable democracies.
