CEO of Ghana Free Zones Board’s Denigration of Chairman, Church of Pentecost-Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah

I have noted with grave concern the recent conduct of the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Board, wherein she publicly denigrated and insulted the Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, the largest Pentecostal denomination in Ghana over his principled Christian stance and statement on illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey.

As a Christian missionary, apologist, and politician, I unequivocally condemn this act. It is an affront not only to the person of the Chairman, but a direct splash of disrespect on the entire Christian community in Ghana, whose moral voice on matters of national concern must be protected, not attacked.

The Church’s call for integrity in the fight against illegal mining is a genuine, patriotic, and biblically grounded position. To respond with insults and contempt is unbecoming of a public officer who serves under the authority of the President of the Republic.

I therefore call for:

1. *An immediate and unqualified public apology* from the CEO of the Ghana Free Zones Board to the Chairman of the Church of Pentecost and to the Christian community at large.
2. *A formal statement from the Chief of Staff* clarifying whether this conduct constitutes a breach of the Code of Conduct for Public Officers, and what remedial actions will be taken to uphold the dignity of public discourse.

Ghana’s democracy thrives when state officials respect religious leaders and the moral conscience of the nation. We cannot normalize the denigration of faith leaders for speaking truth to power on issues that affect our environment, livelihoods, and future generations.

I stand with the Church of Pentecost and the broader Christian body. We demand accountability, civility, and respect.

PRESS STATEMENT
By Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah

Christian Missionary, Apologist & Politician
April 24, 2026

Editor:

Obiri-Yeboah