Ghanaian Gospel Singer Sonnie Badu Supports Bishop Dag Amid Belgian Documentary Backlash
Sonnie Badu posted a supportive message for Bishop Dag Heward‑Mills after a VRT documentary aired on Oct. 21, 2026.
In Brief
- •Sonnie Badu posted a supportive message for Bishop Dag Heward‑Mills after a VRT documentary aired on Oct. 21, 2026.
- •The documentary alleged that Go Church, part of the Lighthouse Group, targets vulnerable youth and pressures members for money and work.
- •Several Flemish cities, including Leuven and Mechelen, have terminated rental agreements with Go Church following the report.
- •Badu’s Instagram post received over 11,600 likes, 281 comments and 558 reposts.
- •The church denies the allegations, claiming donations are voluntary and it is not a cult.
Why It Matters
The controversy highlights tensions between religious organizations and local authorities in Belgium, raising questions about the protection of vulnerable youth and the regulation of faith‑based institutions. For the Ghanaian gospel community, the incident underscores the influence of diaspora religious leaders and the potential impact of international media scrutiny on their reputations and operations.
Key Details
- Documentary Air Date
- October 21, 2026
- Number of Go Church Congregations Worldwide
- 7,600+
- Number of Weekly Attendees in Belgium
- 450
- Cities with Go Church Presence
- Antwerp, Brussels, Ghent
- Cities Terminating Rental Contracts
- Leuven, Mechelen, Sint‑Niklaas, Turnhout
- Badu Post Engagement
- 11,600 likes, 281 comments, 558 reposts
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