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PCG gets new Clerk of North America, Australia Presbytery
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• Rev Kumi-Duodu (left) and Prof Mrs Mabel Asante, First Clerk of the Presbytery, both raised
Rev Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh’s hands to introduce him to the congregation.
The North America and Australia Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana witnessed a new wave in their administration on October 30, 2022. They inducted Rev. Dr. Ransford Awuku-Gyampoh into office as the new Clerk of the Presbytery at a colourful ceremony with the Chairperson of Presbytery, Rev. James Joseph Kumi-Duodu, officiating the Service and assisted by the Council members.
It marked Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh’s assumption as the New Jersey District Minister and the local Minister of Ascension Congregation in Orange in the City of New Jersey.
enjoying live music, catered food, and
assorted beverages at the premiere
The ceremony held at the Ascension Congregation was well attended by some Reverend Ministers and dignitaries from Ghana, Canada, USA and representatives from Australia. In a brief statement to induct Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh, the Chairperson of Presbytery, Rev. Kumi-Duodu admonished the inductee to strive to win more souls into God’s Kingdom.
He emphasised that as the Presbytery’s spokesperson, the Presbyterian Church’s growth should be of paramount interest to him.
In his acceptance speech, Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh expressed gratitude to God, the Church leadership and the entire church for their unwavering support. He further declared his readiness to work hard to make the Presbyterian Church a place for all to worship and help to restore hope in the lives of those who have nowhere to turn to for their salvation.
Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh was elected at the 8th Presbytery Session held in Virginia, USA, and won with a 70 per cent vote. As the Clerk of Presbytery, Article 22, Clauses 9, 11-13 of the PCG Constitution stipulate that he shall hold the office for four years. His duties include but are not limited to presenting annual reports, recording and distributing all information/ communicating decisions, carrying out directives, be in charge of all official documents. He shall liaise with political administration and the traditional authorities within Canada, USA and Australia.
Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh holds a PhD in Practical Theology and other terminal degrees in Management. He has two Master’s degrees: MSc from the University of Cape Coast and MPA from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. He completed his bachelor’s degree from Trinity Theological Seminary, Legon. Before that, he had completed his 3-year Post Secondary at the Presbyterian College of Education, Akropong-Akuapem (Formerly P.T.C). Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh wouldn’t forget that he was a product of Nsawam Secondary School.
In a felicitation, the Council Vice President, North Ward, Orange City, Miss Tency A. Eason, who represented the Mayor of Orange, New Jersey, thanked Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh for his vision and aspiration of his new office.
She promised to collaborate with Rev. Dr. Awuku-Gyampoh to propagate God’s Kingdom in the residents’ homes. The historic service ended with praise to God in a peaceful atmosphere.
From Francis Kwabena Twum, New Jersey, USA
The campaign team of New Patriotic Party (NPP) national chairman hopeful Boakye Kyeremateng Agyarko has dismissed claims of a rift between him and the party’s flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.
In a press statement issued in Accra on August 30, the campaign also rejected what it described as attempts by some individuals to claim collective achievements of the NPP as personal accomplishments ahead of the party’s national executive elections on October 3.
According to the statement signed by the campaign spokesperson, Vincent Frimpong Manu, Mr Agyarko has instructed his campaign team not to attack any of his fellow contestants.
It said Mr Agyarko believes every candidate in the race has contributed to the growth of the NPP and would be needed after the election.
The campaign highlighted Mr Agyarko’s record of service to the party, describing him as a founding member of the NPP who has served in several capacities since 1992.
It said he chaired the Danquah-Busia Club of North America and later served as the party’s North America Coordinator.
According to the statement, he was also the National Campaign Manager for the NPP during the 2012 general election and later served as a Policy Adviser to the party’s presidential candidate in the 2016 elections.
The campaign said Mr Agyarko also worked for more than two decades at the Bank of New York before serving as Minister for Energy.
On claims of a misunderstanding between Mr Agyarko and Dr Bawumia, the campaign stressed that the aspiring national chairman fully supports the NPP flagbearer.
“Dr Bawumia has his full support,” the statement noted, adding that Mr Agyarko has maintained that he would not interfere with the work of the flagbearer.
It explained that while the flagbearer leads the party’s campaign and communicates its political message, the national chairman is responsible for building and managing the party machinery needed to win elections.
The campaign further stated that Mr Agyarko was not seeking the national chairman position as a stepping stone for a future presidential ambition.
It said his independence would enable him to serve as a fair leader, unite the various groups within the party and help reconcile supporters of candidates who contested the party’s presidential primary.
The campaign said Mr Agyarko would soon release a separate statement outlining his plans for rebuilding the NPP if elected national chairman.
It added that delegates would ultimately decide on October 3 based on the facts and the records of the candidates.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The National Service Authority (NSA) has reopened its portal for defaulters and private candidates to apply for PIN codes for the 2026/2027 national service year.
In a statement issued on August 31, the Authority announced that the portal will remain open from Monday, August 31, 2026, to Friday, September 4, 2026.
The NSA explained that eligible applicants include Ghanaian nationals who completed their studies abroad, private candidates, defaulters and applicants facing challenges with their registration.
It urged eligible applicants who have not completed the registration process to use the extended period to apply for their PIN codes and submit all required documents at designated NSA offices before the deadline.
The Authority advised applicants to ensure that all registration requirements and supporting documents are completed and submitted by Friday, September 4, 2026.
The NSA reminded the public that under the National Service Authority Act, 2024 (Act 1119), every Ghanaian citizen who has completed an accredited tertiary institution is required to undertake national service.
Management described the extension as the final opportunity for defaulters and private candidates to regularise their status and obtain their PIN codes.
It stressed that Friday, September 4, 2026, is the final deadline for applications for PIN codes under the extension.
By: Jacob Aggrey
