ACCRA: Dr. Benjamin Anyagre Aziginaateeg, Chief Executive Officer of the Afro-Continental Union Consult (ACUC), has urged the Christian community in Ghana to expand their involvement in agribusiness and infrastructure development as part of a broader effort to contribute to the nation's socio-economic transformation. In a new year's message relayed by the ACUC, Dr. Aziginaateeg emphasized the need for the church to align its initiatives with biblical principles while addressing the practical needs of society.
According to Ghana News Agency, Dr. Aziginaateeg commended the church for its ongoing initiatives that focus on human well-being, such as building schools and health facilities. These efforts reflect a commitment to societal growth and improving lives, he noted. However, he stressed the importance of the church positioning itself at the forefront of a national reconstruction agenda by embracing a 24-hour economy multisectoral drive to contribute significantly to Ghana's infrastructural and socio-economic transformation.
Dr. Aziginaateeg called on Ghana's clergy leadership to rise to this occasion, ensuring that their actions honor God's name while promoting sustainable development. He drew parallels to Asian and Arab Muslim states, where religious teachings have been effectively translated into policies that enhance national development, addressing issues like poverty and hunger. These nations, he said, have achieved affordable food systems, decent housing, and improved living standards through effective governance.
Encouraging the clergy to take inspiration from these examples, Dr. Aziginaateeg urged them to develop solutions that are contextually relevant to Ghana's unique challenges. By doing so, he posited that the church could play a pivotal role in fostering infrastructure development and socio-economic progress under divine guidance.
