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Forgive one another, embody Christ’s humility – clergy urges X’tians
Christians all over world have been urged to celebrate Easter in its true spirit of forgiveness and reconciliation, stirring a call for a return to the deeper meaning of the season, one rooted in sacrifice, humility, and transformation.
According to a statement signed by the Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church of Ghana, Most Rev. Prof. Johnson K. Asamoah-Gyedu, and cited by the The Spectator, Christians were reminded that Easter was not merely a date on the calendar, but a divine invitation to renewal which is both personal and national.
Quoting Philippians 2:5–11, he described Jesus Christ not just as a figure of privilege, but of profound humility; one who chose service over status and obedience over self.
“It is this example, the Church insists, holds the key to Ghana’s progress,” he mentioned.
In a tone of both reflective and urgent, Bishop Asamoah-Gyadu cautioned against the creeping culture of entitlement that continues to weaken the nation’s moral fabric.
He said public service, once regarded as a noble calling, was increasingly seen as an avenue for personal gain, an attitude he described as both dangerous and unsustainable.
“Easter assures us that no situation is beyond redemption, just as the empty tomb signaled victory over death, so too can Ghana rise above its present challenges through a renewed commitment to justice, integrity, and selfless service,” he emphasised. .
According to him, this year’s Easter coincided with the sacred period of Ramadan, a moment the Presiding Bishop describes as a beautiful reminder of Ghana’s religious harmony.
Commending the devotion of the Muslim community, he called for deeper interfaith dialogue and a shared commitment to peace and nation-building.
He reaffirmed the church’s belief in the transformative power of education and moral formation, urging faith-based institutions to continue shaping not only minds, but character.
He noted that true change begins within and called on Ghanaians to embody Christ’s humility in their homes, workplaces, and communities, thereby becoming agents of reconciliation, hope, and renewal.
Extending warm greetings to all Ghanaians, including President John Dramani Mahama and Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, he called on Ghanaians to reflect deeply on the life of Jesus Christ, whose journey from suffering to glory remains the ultimate model of purposeful living.
From the Presbyterian Church of Ghana (PCG), a Resident Minister of the Ga West Model Church at Tetegu in Accra, Rev. Immanuel Wiafe, urged Ghanaians to embrace mercy, forgiveness and reconciliation as the true essence of Easter.
Speaking in an interview with The Spectator, Rev. Wiafe described the significance of Christ’s sacrifice through the theme: ‘the voice of Blood,’ drawing a contrast between the cry of Abel and the redemptive message of Jesus Christ.
Referencing biblical accounts in Genesis and Hebrews, he explained that Abel’s blood, shed unjustly, symbolises a cry for justice and accountability, while the blood of Jesus represents mercy, forgiveness and redemption.
“Human suffering is never silent before God,” he said, adding that, “But Easter introduces something greater. While Abel’s blood cries out for justice, the blood of Jesus speaks mercy and offers humanity a new beginning.”
Rev. Wiafe noted that although justice remains essential in society, the message of Easter goes beyond punishment to emphasise grace and sacrificial love.
“Our world needs justice, but it must be tampered with mercy. The death and resurrection of Christ show that God responds to human sin not only with justice but with love that redeems,” he stated.
The minister further stressed that the Easter message was not limited to Christians alone but extended to all, particularly those burdened by guilt, regret or a sense of hopelessness.
“You are not beyond redemption,” he noted, citing that, “Easter is an open invitation. It offers a fresh start, not based on one’s past, but on God’s grace.”
Rev. Wiafe, however, challenged Christians to reflect deeply on their conduct, noting that celebrating Easter without practicing forgiveness and reconciliation would contradict the very message of Christ.
“It is inconsistent to receive forgiveness and refuse to forgive others. If we claim to live under the mercy of Christ, then we must become agents of that same mercy,” he emphasised.
Moreover, he urged believers to pursue peace, forgive even in difficult circumstances, and seek reconciliation in their relationships, adding that Easter should not only be celebrated but lived out daily.
Touching on rising tensions in societies across the world, including political and social divisions, Rev. Wiafe said the message of mercy was more relevant now than ever.
“We live in a time where injustice, anger and retaliation are widespread. But if humanity is to thrive, we must listen to a different voice, the voice of Jesus. Mercy and forgiveness are not weaknesses; they are the foundation of lasting peace,” he indicated.
Rev. Wiafe called on individuals to make a conscious choice this Easter in order to embrace healing and extend compassion to others.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
Ahyiresu and Abofrem, two quiet communities in the Atwima Mponua District, have been shaken to the core by a chilling midnight drama that reads like a nightmare.
A pastor and a young mother stand accused of attempting to bury a five‑month‑old baby girl alive, a crime that has ignited outrage and disbelief across the township.
According to police, Apostle Richmond Akwasi Frimpong, 36, Head Pastor of the Anointed Grace Prayer Ministry at Kuffour Camp, conspired with his uncle Emmanuel Appiah, 53, and the child’s mother, 23‑year‑old Beatrice Agyapomaa, to dispose of the infant, Anaya Achiaa, under the cover of darkness.
A fourth suspect, Emmanuel Donkor, remains on the run.
The suspects were caught near a refuse dump around 10 pm on April 9, 2026, after a vigilant resident, Akwasi Twezor, noticed their suspicious movements.
When confronted, they claimed the child was already dead and had palace approval for burial. But Twezor’s instincts proved right—the baby was still alive, gasping faintly for breath.
Chief Linguist, Nana Yaw Badu, later confirmed that Frimpong had misled him earlier in the evening, securing permission for burial by falsely declaring the child dead.
The infant was rushed to the Abofrem Clinic, where she is now responding well to treatment. Police described her as “very beautiful.”
Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Evelyn Yitamkey, Commander of DOVVSU in Bibiani, confirmed that the suspects have been provisionally charged.
Frimpong faces attempted murder and conspiracy charges, while Agyapomaa and Appiah are charged with conspiracy and abetment.
They were remanded by the Bibiani Circuit Court, presided over by Judge Frank Asiedu Nimako, to assist investigations.
The docket has been forwarded to the Attorney General’s Department for advice, ASP Yitamkey indicated.
The attempted crime has provoked fury among residents, many suspecting ritual motives aimed at bolstering the pastor’s influence.
Crowds attempted to attack the suspects outside court, but police intervention prevented mob justice.
The Assembly Member for Ahyiresu, Yusuf Suleiman, has assured residents that justice will be pursued swiftly.
From Kingsley E. Hope, Kumasi
The forecourt of the African University of Communications and Business (AUCB) in Accra came alive on Friday with colour, creativity and innovation, as Level 300 students transformed the space into a lively exhibition of ideas.
Under the theme “Building meaningful brands beyond the logo,” the students invited patrons into a world where ordinary products were reimagined through storytelling, design and purpose.
From scented candles to innovative food concepts, each stand told a unique story, one that went beyond aesthetics to capture identity, value and human connection.
For many of the students, the event was more than just an academic exercise; it was a moment to dream out loud.
Guided by their lecturer, Peter Wonders, they explored what it truly means to build a brand in today’s competitive world where trust, consistency and experience matter just as much as logos and slogans.
Chairman of the occasion, Nana Kum Gyata VI, in his remarks said a brand is what people say about you when you are not present.
At the end of the presentations, awards were presented to deserving groups with Vida Nyaneba emerging as the overall best branding student.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
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