Founder and Leader of the Anointed Palace Chapel (APC), Rev. Obofour, has made some bold and scathing remarks, accusing politicians and public officials of lacking empathy and being driven by selfish interests, which he likened to witchcraft.

Speaking out about issues like corruption, the destruction of natural resources, and the government’s negligence, the outspoken pastor did not hold back in his criticism of the ruling government.

“We have MPs who are witches, we have presidents who are witches. I’m telling you this. We have MPs who are witches, we have teachers who are witches, we have a DCE who is a witch, and for him, he is also a fool in addition.

“If not, why would politicians be stealing money and saving it abroad while students are being killed when they try crossing rivers because there are no bridges?” Rev. Obofour fumed during a sermon at his church.

The clergyman’s sharp critique extended beyond just the government leadership. He pointed out the exploitation of state resources for personal gain, calling out politicians who misuse public funds to benefit their private lives, particularly when it comes to lavish lifestyles.

“Because they are witches, they don’t have empathy. They are the same as demons. If not, people would not be using funds meant for the construction of toilet facilities to buy plane tickets for their girlfriends and their communicator would come and defend this, saying other governments have been doing the same,” he added, condemning the lack of accountability and morality in public service.

Rev. Obofour also highlighted the detrimental effects of illegal mining, known as galamsey, on Ghana’s natural resources, calling it a national crisis. “Witchcraft has taken over the nation. We are all sitting and watching as our water bodies are being destroyed.”

He lamented the poor state of public infrastructure, particularly in healthcare and sports, pointing out the dire conditions in Ghana’s hospitals and the neglect of essential facilities like stadiums.

“If not for witchcraft, why would people be given money to fix our hospitals but you go to Korle-Bu and see nursing mothers sleeping on the floor?

“If you aren’t a witch or foolish, why would you sit down and allow a country like Ghana to be without a standard stadium for matches? If not for witchcraft, how can you sit and allow a stadium to deplete to the level where it cannot be used?” Rev. Obofour passionately questioned.

Meanwhile, a coalition of attorneys has submitted a petition to the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) against the Ghana Police Service, alleging violations of the rights of protesters during the recent StopGalamsey demonstration.

The Democracy Hub organized a three-day protest to urge the government to take immediate action against illegal mining activities in the country.

The group contends that these activities are depleting Ghana’s natural resources and jeopardizing the well-being of future generations.

However, the protest resulted in numerous arrests, leading to only two participants attending the final day.

To date, 39 individuals have been remanded in police and prison custody, with additional individuals, including one of the group’s leaders, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, still awaiting their court appearances.

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