Ashaiman chief condemns Salifu Amoako’s comments on son’s recklessness

The Chief of Ashaiman, Nii Annang Adzor, has expressed his strong disapproval of the comments made by the General Overseer of Alive Chapel International, Prophet Elisha Salifu Amoako, following the reckless driving incident involving his son, which tragically resulted in the deaths of two young girls.

The unfortunate incident has drawn widespread attention, with many condemning the pastor’s response.

Speaking on the recent comment of Prophet Amoako on the fact that his son didn’t carry a gun to kill anybody and that was just an accident, Nii Adzor indicated that the pastor’s comments were loose and cheap talk.

According to the Chief, such comments could only deepen the pain felt by the grieving families of the victims, identified as Justine Agbenu and Maame Dwomoh Boaten, and that a Prophet of his calibre should have guarded against those unfortunate comments that were borne out of emotions but not the Bible.

The chief questioned whether the pastor would have made similar comments if the victims were his own daughters.

“Such comments are not helpful in the healing process of the affected families. This is a time for genuine remorse and reflection, not downplaying the severity of the situation. Besides, would Prophet Salifu have said the same if the young girls were his children?,” he quizzed.

Genuine apologies

The chief went on to emphasise that a more responsible approach would have been for the prophet to offer genuine apologies and support to the bereaved families.

“The onus is on Prophet Salifu Amoako to show compassion, not to rationalise the reckless behaviour of his son,” he indicated.

The chief lamented what he described as a lack of proper parenting on the part of the pastor, evident in the reckless behaviour of his son.

He pointed out that the manner in which the young man drove, with no regard for speed limits in residential areas, showed a lack of discipline and proper upbringing.

Permission

“For a child to move a car without permission from his parents or even his elder brother speaks volumes about his upbringing. The young man must face the full rigours of the law for his actions,” he noted.

Nii Adzor also addressed a purported video circulating on social media in which the pastor was heard boasting about driving without a license or registered number plates. In the video, Prophet Amoako allegedly claimed that no police officer had the right to question him, as he had influential connections.

Attitude

He condemned this attitude, stating that such remarks were unbecoming of a man of God.

“The Bible that Prophet Amoako reads contains several passages that encourage obedience to laws and regulations. His comments set a bad precedent for the public. A prophet isn’t above the law. He must read his Bible again,” he added.

Nii Adzor equally offered his heartfelt condolences to the families of Justine Agbenu and Maame Dwomoh Boaten, acknowledging the immense grief they are going through, saying, “It is sad, but the families must reflect on Jesus Christ more, knowing that their children are in Abraham’s bosom.”

The chief further urged drivers across the country, particularly those in Ashaiman, to exercise caution on the roads, especially with the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections as well as the Christmas festivities.

He stressed that road safety should be a priority at all times to prevent such tragic incidents from occurring again.

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