Governance

Bryan Acheampong Engages Presbyterian Leadership to Strengthen Faith-Based Governance

Accra: The Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, has engaged with the Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye, and the leadership of the Presbyterian Council at the Church's national headquarters in Osu.According to Ghana News Agency, this high-level dialogue is part of Dr. Acheampong's broader efforts to deepen engagement with key institutions, emphasizing the role of faith-based leadership in national development and governance. The meeting served as a platform for spiritual fellowship, institutional dialogue, and personal reflection on the values shaping his journey.Addressing the Moderator and Council members, Dr. Acheampong acknowledged the Presbyterian Church of Ghana's historical contributions to education, health, ethics, and civic responsibility, commending it as a strong moral compass in national life. 'The Presbyterian Church has not only nurtured great minds through its schools and seminaries but has also produced leaders of inte grity across all sectors,' he stated. He stressed the importance of collaboration between state actors and faith institutions, particularly in education reform, community development, youth mentorship, and character formation.The Church leadership described the visit as a gesture of humility, responsibility, and appreciation for spiritual accountability in public leadership. Dr. Acheampong emotionally reflected on his roots in the Presbyterian Church and its formative influence on his character and leadership style. He recalled his time at Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC), Legon, as a defining period of his life, and the Moderator praised him for staying true to his foundation.In conclusion, the Church leadership conducted a time of prayer and anointing, asking for God's guidance and strength for Dr. Acheampong. The Moderator encouraged him to exemplify principled leadership in an era of political cynicism, underscoring the Church's expectation of leaders committed to justice, peace, and servi ce to humanity.Dr. Acheampong's visit occurs amidst heightened public discourse on leadership values, as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) prepares for internal transitions and long-term national planning. He maintained that faith and public service are not mutually exclusive, asserting that moral leadership is crucial for national development. The meeting symbolized a return to the foundational values upon which his leadership is built.