The Founder and Leader of New Life Mission Church International, Apostle Solomon Boakye Agyeman, has described the government’s restrictions on doom prophecies as impactful, saying the directive has significantly reduced fear and panic among Ghanaians.

He made the remarks during the graduation ceremony of 23 pastors from the New Life Mission Seminary.

According to him, the policy introduced during the tenure of former Inspector-General of Police, George Akuffo Dampare, has helped restore calm within the prophetic ministry and the broader Christian community.

“The restrictions by the government and the police have been impactful. It has seized the fear and panic people used to have when one man of God prophesies doom,” he stated.

Apostle Boakye Agyeman emphasised that prophets who claim to have received visions concerning individuals or national matters must channel such revelations through the appropriate authorities, as earlier advised by the government.

The caution by the Ghana Police Service warned religious leaders against making public declarations likely to cause alarm, especially during major church events such as 31st December Watch Night services.

Addressing the graduating pastors, Apostle Boakye Agyeman urged them to uphold responsibility and integrity in ministry, stressing that prophetic utterances must build faith rather than instill fear.

He also touched on the impact of social media on the work of God, describing it as both beneficial and problematic.

According to him, while social media has helped expand the reach of the gospel, it has equally contributed to misinformation and sensationalism within the Christian space.

He therefore encouraged ministers to use digital platforms wisely to promote peace, truth, and spiritual growth.

The graduation ceremony saw 24 pastors successfully complete their theological training at the New Life Mission Seminary and were commissioned to begin active ministry.

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