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Christians told to honour tax obligation to state
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Eld. Markus Musa Dangana
The Treasurer of the West-Central Africa Division, Abidjan, of the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Church, Elder Markus Musa Dangana has asked Christians not to renege in the payment of taxes.
He said without taxes, it would be impossible for a government to undertake developmental projects in the country.
“No nation can survive when her people think that tax is a burden or a punishment from the government,” he noted.
Elder Dangana gave the advice during a visit to the New Life Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Church, last Saturday.
According to him, it was important for religious organisations to educate the congregation about the importance of honouring tax obligation to the state.
He advised government officials to use the taxes for its intended purposes; referencing the story of Zacchaeus, the tax collector in the Bible who had no friends because he took people’s money and make himself rich.
Elder Dangana indicated that when Jesus met Zacchaeus, he showed him love even though he had messed up, and added that “no matter how huge our sins may be, God is ready to forgive us.”
He advised the youth to refrain from unhealthy behaviour that would tarnish the image of the country, but rather, “find yourselves jobs to do to earn a living.”
The Director for Children and Women’s Ministries, West-Central Africa Division, Dr Mrs Omobonike Sessou advised women, especially young ladies to empower themselves through job creation to reduce the existing and scary gender gap.
She said women can engage in various jobs to help the nation grow and make a living for themselves.
The Head Pastor of the SDA Church, Pastor Osei Bonsu Sarpong encouraged the members to keep faith with God and pray as often as they could to resist the plans of the devil.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Businessman Mr. Ibrahim Mahama has denied reports linking him to a takeover bid for the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO).
His reaction follows a demonstration by members of the VALCO Labour Union today, during which some protesters alleged that Mr. Mahama was interested in acquiring the state-owned aluminium company.
In a statement issued by his Special Aide, Rafik Mahama, the businessman said he has “no such interest” and has not made any offer to acquire VALCO.
“The allegation is the latest in several vile attempts to impute the integrity of Mr. Ibrahim Mahama and subject him to needless public engagements,” the statement said.
The statement added that Mr. Mahama’s business track record speaks for itself, describing his companies as “some of the best-run operations across the African continent.”
It further noted that all of Mr. Mahama’s business interests were “legally commenced or acquired” and operate within the law a fact it said explains why his businesses have endured across seven election cycles.
“Mr. Mahama remains committed to contributing his quota to the development of Ghana by investing in business opportunities in Ghana and beyond,” the statement added.
The statement also disclosed that Mr. Mahama has instructed his lawyers to take the necessary legal action over the publication and allegations.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The leadership of Kristo Asafo has dismissed reports circulating on social media and in some media outlets that the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka will be buried on July 30, 2026, describing the claim as false.
The current head of the Kantanka family and leader of Kristo Asafo, Kwadwo Safo Akofena Kantanka, addressed the issue during a press conference in Accra today.
He said no burial date has been set and urged members of the church and the general public to disregard any unofficial announcements.
“I urge the members of Kristo Asafo and the nation to disregard any burial date out there,” Akofena said.
He further stressed that neither the leadership of the church nor the Kantanka family has made any such announcement regarding the funeral.
According to him, all official funeral arrangements will be communicated only through a formal statement from the Kantanka family when the time is due.
Akofena Safo Kantanka said the family remains united in ensuring that the final funeral rites are conducted in a manner that befits the legacy of the late Apostle.
He called on Ghanaians to remain calm and wait for the official communication from the family, warning against the spread of misinformation.
Background
Apostle Dr. Ing. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, founder and spiritual leader of Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana, passed away recently, plunging the church and the nation into mourning.
The late Apostle was widely known not only as a religious leader but also as an industrialist, inventor, and founder of the Kantanka Group of Companies, which manufactures vehicles and other machinery in Ghana.
Since his passing, there has been heightened public interest in his funeral arrangements.
It would be recalled that a faction of the siblings and family led by former MP Adwoa Safo had earlier announced a proposed burial date and arrangements.
That announcement, however, has been rejected by the current leadership of both the church and the family.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
