Apostolic fathers back Mahama after US university withdraws honorary degree

Ghana's Apostolic Fathers have issued a declaration in support of President John Dramani Mahama, praising his stance on cultural values and sovereignty after a U.S. university withdrew an honorary degree.

In a statement signed by Bishop Dr Gideon Titi-Ofei on behalf of 18 Apostolic Fathers, the group commended Mahama for his "principled stance against the promotion of LGBTQI+ ideologies" and his commitment to Ghana's legislative process.

Lincoln University in Pennsylvania reportedly withdrew the honorary doctorate, citing "additional information" but did not provide details.

The Fathers' declaration described Mahama's leadership as "a reflection of courage, quiet yet unyielding, firm yet measured, and principled yet respectful."

The statement emphasised Ghana's sovereignty and cultural values, saying the nation "remains a sovereign nation, shaped by its history, defined by its cultural values, and guided by a moral vision that cannot be outsourced nor overridden."

The declaration concludes with a call for God's blessing on Mahama and Ghana, affirming the nation's commitment to "righteousness, justice, and truth."

The group includes:

1. Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams

2. Archbishop Dr Charles Agyinasare

3. Apostle General Sam Korankye Ankrah

4. Bishop Nii Apiakai Tackie-Yarboi

5. Rev Dr Robert Ampiah-Kwofie

6. Bishop Victor Osei

7. Rev Eastwood Anaba

8. Rev Steve Mensah

9. Rev Bob Asare

10. Bishop Gordon Kisseih

11. Bishop Dr Samuel N Mensah

12. Bishop Adu Gyamfi

13. Rev Dr Ebenezer Markwei

14. Rev Dr Seth Ablorh

15. Rev Dr Lawrence Tetteh

16. Rev Dr Isaac Quaye

17. Rev Dr Anyani Boadum

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