Kwesi Pratt Jr, a veteran journalist and managing editor of the Insight Newspaper, has waded into the conversation surrounding the government’s new prophecy directives.
The veteran journalist quizzed whether important governance decisions would be based on what the oracles say.
Kwesi Pratt further questioned whether soothsaying has now been incorporated into Ghana’s governance apparatus.
In a social media post on August 11, 2025, Kwesi Pratt wrote, “What is happening? I am completely lost!
Have we now incorporated soothsaying into our governance apparatus? Will important governance decisions be based on what the oracles say?
How is this different from the hamlet chief or headman depending on the witch doctor for direction as to how to deal with problems of health, education, economy, and many more?”
He further questioned the need for an envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations.
Mr Pratt wrote, “A few days ago, I got to know that my good friend Elvis Afriyie Ankrah (@afriyie_ankrah) has been given a brand-new position – Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations – and the first question that popped into my brain was, WHAT IS THIS?
The biggest surprise was yet to come.
The Ghanaian media reported that “the office of the Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations has issued a significant directive, urging religious leaders across Ghana to formally submit any prophecy or spiritual insight of national significance to its office for urgent review”.
One report said, “The directive specifically targets prophecy relating to high-profile political leaders, governance, national security, or public stability, underscoring the need for prudent and thoughtful guidance”.
It will be recalled that Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, the Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, earlier statement on Sunday, August 10, calling on all prophets, pastors, men and women of God in the Republic of Ghana to submit any prophecy or spiritual insight of a national nature for urgent review and appropriate escalation.
The statement read, “On behalf of the President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, and the Office of the Presidential Envoy, I extend heartfelt appreciation to you and your various denominations for your unwavering spiritual support, intercessory prayers, and sustained leadership in promoting peace, moral integrity, and national unity. Your role in Ghana’s spiritual and civic life remains indispensable”.
“As part of strengthening national coordination on spiritual matters, especially in these times of uncertainty and complexity, we kindly encourage you to inform all Prophets, Men and Women of God under your oversight that any prophecy or spiritual insight of a national nature, especially those with implications for high-profile political leaders, governance, national security, or public stability should be formally relayed to the Office of the Presidential Envoy for urgent review and appropriate escalation. This is in the spirit of responsibility, discernment, and stewardship over the nation’s destiny.”
Elvis Afriyie Ankrah’s statement added, “The President of the Republic, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama; the Government and all State institutions; the bereaved families and the entire nation of Ghana.”
“May the Lord comfort the afflicted, guide our leaders, and continue to preserve our beloved country. We look forward to continued partnership and shared spiritual responsibility as we work together for the peace and prosperity of Ghana.”
Elvis Afriyie Ankrah’s directive comes after the tragic helicopter crash, which claimed the lives of 8 high-profile personalities, with many prophets claiming to have received insight before the crash.
Also, Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, the Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, has clarified that Prophets who defy the prophecy directive will be judged by society.
According to Elvis Afryie Ankrah, there is nothing like legal sanctions, but public opinion will be against them if they disobey the directive, which he notes as a powerful tool for accountability.
Speaking on Citi Eyewitness News on Monday, August 11, Elvis Afriyie Ankrah stated, “There is nothing like an arrest when they defy the directive, but society will judge them if they don’t obey.
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— Kwesi Pratt Jnr. (@kwesiprattjr) August 11, 2025
A few days ago, I got to know that my good friend Elvis Afriyie Ankrah (@afriyie_ankrah) has been given a brand-new position – Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations – and the first question that popped into my brain was, WHAT IS THIS?
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