Global Leadership of Assemblies of God Visits President Mahama Ahead of Ghana Congress
Reverend Dominic Yeo, Global Chairman of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship, paid a courtesy call on President John Dramani Mahama in Accra.
In Brief
- •Reverend Dominic Yeo, Global Chairman of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship, paid a courtesy call on President John Dramani Mahama in Accra.
- •The visit is to thank President Mahama for Government’s support towards the organization of the 10th Triennial World Assemblies of God Congress.
- •The Congress, themed 'Commissioned: One Mandate, Every Nation', is scheduled from October 14th to 16th at the Accra International Conference Centre.
- •President Mahama and First Lady Lordina Mahama are expected to attend the Congress as Special Guests of Honour.
- •The Congress will feature evening gospel revival rallies at the Accra Sports Stadium.
Why It Matters
The visit by the Global Leadership of Assemblies of God to President Mahama highlights the significant role of the Assemblies of God in Ghana and its global influence. The Congress, being the first to be organized on African soil, underscores Ghana's growing importance in the religious and cultural landscape. The event also showcases the collaborative efforts between the government and religious organizations, which can set a precedent for future interfaith and intergovernmental partnerships.
Key Details
- Congress Dates
- October 14th to 16th, 2026
- Venue
- Accra International Conference Centre
- Theme
- Commissioned: One Mandate, Every Nation
- Special Guests
- President John Dramani Mahama and First Lady Lordina Mahama
- Revival Rallies Venue
- Accra Sports Stadium
Context & Background
The Assemblies of God is one of the leading Pentecostal-Charismatic churches in Ghana, with the Executive Presbytery playing a significant role among the leadership of Pentecostal-Charismatic Churches in the country. The church has seen numerical growth under the leadership of Rev. Dr Stephen Yenusom Wengam, who is also the Board Chairman of the Ghana Immigration Service.
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