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Bridget Bonnie Agbenyor aspires to be Ghana’s President
Bridget Bonnie ready to occupy the big seat
When Ms Bridget Bonnie Agbenyor became the first female Student’s Representative Council (SRC) President for the Wisconsin International University College, Ghana (WIUC-Gh) in 2019, many thought it was just a fluke.
But for her, it was a launch pad to her political ambition.
It was a major step towards attaining the ultimate of securing the highest political position in the country.
The 32-year-old dynamic and eloquent Ms Bonnie has since positioned herself as one of the young voices within Ghana’s political space currently.
The Founder of 18Plus4NDC, a network of social democrats that upholds the principles and values of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), believes she is the next big thing in Ghana politics.
Before becoming the SRC President, she pursued her first degree in Communications. She was the Public Relations Officer (PRO) for the SRC at Lister Professional Institute in 2014 where she attained a diploma in Marketing.
Then at Wisconsin, she became the Deputy Inter-Communications Person for the SRC while in level 100 and 200 before going for the ultimate SRC President in level 300.
In her view, she needed the power to address the grievances of students and attaining the highest position in students’ politics.
One of her biggest achievements as the SRC President, was to form the Greater Accra SRC Presidential Caucus which brought together all colleague Presidents within the region to undertake several humanitarian projects in a bid to impact on society.
Aside leading the 18Plus4NDC, she was recently appointed as a member of the National Youth Wing Committee of the party.
While contesting to become President, she was advised to settle for either the Vice or Women’s Commissioner but threw caution to the wind and went all out for the top position.
Following her regular visits to rural communities, she observed that, many young people were not in school. Essentially, those children could benefit from skills training to become entrepreneurs or gainfully employed.
Ms Bonnie also recommended an improvement in the agricultural sector by getting warehouses in villages and making their roads better to transport produce to the capital and other parts of the country.
Implementing some sound economic policies like the ‘24-hour economy policy’ that would ensure that companies operate day and night, in her view would turn around the fortunes of the country for the better.
She explained that the policy would ensure workers run the shift system where people can work for few hours and make way for others, with the cycle continuing for 24 hours.
Getting enough resources has been a major challenge in her bid to impact on society as they travel very often without money or logistics.
Aside that, doing politics and working is another challenge she is facing as there is usually limited time to travel.
The Digital Marketing Executive and Social Entrepreneur has worked in places including Dalex Finance, ViPit Africa and is now the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Pardia Multimedia rebranded as the Bridge Consult.
She attained her Senior High education at Ada Senior High School in 2011, holds a certificate in Radio and Television Presentation from the Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ) and Masters in Brands and Communications Management from the University of Professional Studies Accra (UPSA).
Her hobbies are sight-seeing and reading, and fulfilled when she impacts on someone’s life. To achieve her desire of impacting on people’s lives, she runs the ‘Bridget Bonnie and Friends’ Foundation where they provide financial support for the needy but brilliant students from Junior High Schools to universities.
They also engage in blood donations and recently presented relief items to victims of the Akosombo Dam spillage.
If having a dream and working towards achieving same is the way to achieve success, Bridget Bonnie seems to be on the right path to making history as one of Africa’s few female Presidents.
By Michael D. Abayateye
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Is the “Rev” title biblical?
In many Ghanaian churches, pastors are often introduced as “Reverend” or simply “Rev.”
The title is seen as a mark of respect, yet its biblical basis continues to stir debate.
While some Christians argue that it is a harmless way to honour church leaders, others insist it is unbiblical and should not be used at all.
Those who question the title usually point to the Bible itself. Nowhere in Scripture did Jesus or the apostles use “Reverend” for themselves or for one another.
Instead, they addressed each other as “brother” or “servant.” In Matthew 23, Jesus even warned his followers not to seek titles such as “rabbi” or “father,” teaching that all believers are equal under one God.
Critics also note that Psalm 111:9 describes God’s name alone as “holy and reverend” in the King James Bible.
To them, this means the word should be reserved for God, not for human beings. Others go further, citing Job 32, which cautions against giving flattering titles to men.
For such voices, the modern use of “Reverend” risks elevating pastors beyond what the Bible prescribes.
On the other hand, defenders of the title argue that it is not meant to replace God’s reverence but simply to acknowledge a minister’s role.
In many churches, “Reverend” is given to ordained ministers who have undergone training, much like the way a doctor is addressed as “Dr.”
The Bible itself, they point out, encourages believers to honour their leaders, with 1 Timothy 5:17 stating that elders who direct the affairs of the church well are “worthy of double honour.”
In this sense, the title is seen as a formal courtesy rather than a theological statement.
Supporters remind critics that Christianity does not operate in a vacuum but within cultural settings.
In Ghanaian society, respect for elders and authority is central to social order. Just as chiefs are addressed with titles such as “Nana” or “Togbe,” many Christians believe it is fitting to extend a similar courtesy to church leaders.
In their view, calling a pastor “Reverend” reflects Ghanaian values of honour and respect, and does not amount to worshipping a human being.
Yet the debate is far from settled. Some argue that the title has been abused, with individuals presenting themselves as “Reverend” without any proper training or accountability.
Calls have even been made for the regulation of church titles to prevent confusion and protect the credibility of ministry. Others, however, see no harm in its continued use, so long as it is not taken beyond what Scripture allows.
At the heart of the matter lies a bigger question: should Christians stick strictly to biblical language when addressing their leaders, or is it acceptable to adapt titles as society evolves?
The conversation is not just theological but cultural, touching on how Ghana balances respect for tradition with the authority of Scripture.
The debate over the “Rev” title is therefore not one with easy answers. What is clear, however, is that it forces us to reflect on how we show honour, how we interpret the Bible, and how faith interacts with our cultural practices.
As the discussion continues in church pews and on social platforms, we ask you: should pastors and ministers be called “Reverend,” or should Christians abandon the title altogether?
By: Jacob Aggrey
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Police confirm arrest of two suspects in Asankrangwa murder case
The Western Central Regional Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two men in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 20-year-old man at the Asankrangwa Education Area on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
In a statement signed by the Head of the Public Affairs Unit, ASP Beatrice Turkson, the police said preliminary investigations revealed that the deceased was chased and stabbed multiple times by a group of people.
The incident is believed to have stemmed from a misunderstanding between the deceased and one of the suspects, identified as 36-year-old Kwasi Opong.
According to the police, swift action led to the arrest of Opong and another suspect, 23-year-old William Francis Osei. Both are currently in custody assisting with investigations, while efforts are underway to apprehend another suspect who is still on the run.
The police noted that the body of the deceased has been deposited at the Asankrangwa Catholic Hospital morgue for preservation and autopsy.
“The Command assures the public that all persons connected to this heinous crime will be brought to justice,” the statement said.
The police appealed to the public to provide any information that could assist in the ongoing investigations.
By: Jacob Aggrey
