SDA Church distances itself from alleged endorsement of Kennedy Agyapong

The Seventh-day Adventist Church in Ghana (SDA) has categorically denied claims that it has endorsed the presidential candidature of Mr Kennedy Agyapong in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer race.

The clarification follows the circulation of a video on social media by members of Mr Kennedy Agyapong’s campaign team, showing a prayer session involving an SDA pastor, which some supporters interpreted as an official endorsement by the Church.

In a swift rebuttal, the SDA Church described the claims as false and misleading, stressing that the prayer offered was purely pastoral and did not reflect the Church’s institutional position.

“A recent prayer offered for Hon. Kennedy Agyapong during a visit to one of our events has been interpreted by some as a political endorsement,” the Church said in a statement.
“We wish to clarify that the sentiments expressed in that prayer were pastoral in nature and do not represent an official position of the Church.”

The Church explained that its doors remain open to all individuals, regardless of political affiliation, and that offering prayers to visitors should not be misconstrued as political support.

“As a Church, we welcome all individuals, regardless of political affiliation, to worship and receive prayer. However, we do not endorse, support, or align with any political party or candidate,” the statement emphasised.

Reaffirming its long-standing stance, the SDA Church reiterated its neutrality in partisan politics, cautioning political actors and their supporters against exploiting religious platforms for political gain.

“The Seventh-day Adventist Church does not participate in partisan politics,” the statement said.
“We urge all political actors and their supporters to refrain from using our platforms, messages, or worship experiences for political purposes.”

The Church further underscored its commitment to national cohesion and moral leadership.

“We remain committed to being a spiritual home for all Ghanaians and a voice for peace, integrity, and unity,” it added.

The clarification comes amid heightened political activity ahead of the NPP’s presidential primaries, with religious institutions increasingly calling for restraint to prevent the politicisation of faith-based spaces.

SDA Church distances itself from alleged endorsement of Kennedy Agyapong