Dr Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, a former Government Spokesperson on Governance and Security, has called on Sam George, the Minister for Communications, to sanitise social media to curb the spread of prophecies.
He noted that the spread of prophecies and spiritual pronouncements within the Ghanaian social media space promotes fear and panic.
Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Monday, August 11, Dr Palgrave Boakye-Danquah stated, “I think that the channels and the paths have been made clear for everyone.
I would also ask and plead with the Minister for Communications to examine the sanitisation of the social media space, as many of these social media prophecies also cause fear and panic,” he said.
He added, “Suppose there is a way that a communiqué can also come to reinforce what the special envoy has stated from the Ministry of Communications that all prophetic and spiritual issues should be communicated directly to the Presidency. In that case, I think that would be ideal”.
His comment follows the Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, who has called on faith leaders, 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.
The incident quickly became intertwined with a resurfaced video of a prophecy by Ghanaian preacher Samuel Henry, also known as Prophet Roja.
In the video, Roja claimed he had a vision of a domestic plane crash on July 29, 2025, on a flight from Accra to Kumasi. While his prophecy was for a different date and type of aircraft, and he described it as “conditional” upon prayer, many citizens have drawn a direct connection.
They see the prophecy as a warning that was not heeded, sparking conversations about fate versus free will and the responsibility of religious leaders. The fact that the prophecy was “conditional” is a significant point of debate for believers, suggesting that the tragedy could have been averted.
This belief provides a powerful but painful narrative for those seeking meaning in a senseless loss: the crash wasn’t just a random accident; it was a consequence of a spiritual failing, a warning ignored.
Several Ghanaian prophets have come forward claiming they predicted the recent military aircraft crash.
On July 13, Prophet Nigel Gaisie warned of a “plane crash” involving a smaller domestic aircraft. Weeks later, on August 3, Prophet Eric Boahen, also known as Prophet Uche, issued a similar caution.
Earlier in April, Prophet Fire Ogya advised a soldier to decline an upcoming flying assignment to avoid disaster — a soldier who followed his warning survived, while Addo perished in the incident.
Prophet Roja’s earlier video warning has also resurfaced online. He has since stated that he has a message for former Chief of Staff Julius Debrah regarding the tragedy.