We’ve Had Over 200 Prophecies, But Most Make No Sense – Elvis Afriyie Ankrah

The Presidential Envoy on Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, has disclosed that more than 200 prophecies have been submitted to his office since the issuance of a national directive. However, he noted that only a small fraction are credible enough to merit further attention.

Speaking in the aftermath of the August 6 helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, Mr Afriyie Ankrah stressed that his office is not a “prophecy collection center.” Instead, its core mandate includes working with both local and international faith institutions, such as ECOWAS, the African Union, the United Nations, and religious organizations in Ghana.

According to him, most of the submissions received since the tragedy lack weight. “By and large, 70 to 80 percent is of no substance,” he stated, adding that only 2 to 5 percent might deserve deeper examination.

The directive, issued on August 10, asked church leaders to submit prophecies related to national security, political leadership, or public stability directly to his office. The aim was to sift genuine revelations from those that stir fear and confusion.

Explaining the procedure, the envoy said sensitive prophecies with security implications should be communicated privately for proper handling. To this end, his office has set up a WhatsApp platform and an email address to receive such messages.

He emphasized that scripture itself calls for prophecies to be tested. “Testing means there is room for review. There’s a lot that is completely bogus, but there may be a few that carry some weight,” he remarked.

Addressing public misconceptions, Mr Afriyie Ankrah clarified that his office, created just two weeks ago, is not designed to “gather prophecies,” as some memes and commentaries suggested. Rather, its purpose is to foster harmony and cooperation across Ghana’s diverse religious landscape.

Highlighting the importance of faith in the country, he pointed out that more than 90 percent of Ghanaians belong to a religious community. He argued that this makes interfaith dialogue an essential tool for national cohesion and governance.