Also known as: Apostle Dr. Eric Nyamekye · Dr. Eric Nyamekye
Chairman of The Church of Pentecost who has called for church attention to environmental damage from illegal mining and advocated for reconciliation.
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The Ghanaian Times
… The Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, Apostle Nyamekye expressed appreciation for the acknowledgement, saying it was in order. …
Government praises Church of Pentecost for sheltering Ghanaians during South Africa attacksJoy Online
Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has recounted how he nearly lost his life during his six-year stay in South Africa, amid renewed concerns over attacks on foreign nationals in the country. …
Apostle Nyamekye recalls near-death experiences during six years in South AfricaDaily Guide
… After the death of an employee named Nyamekye, he fully covered the education and living expenses of the man’s children. …
Entrepreneur Dai Mingsheng: 25 Years Of China-Ghana Partnership Built On Innovation And DedicationJoy Online
… Among those expected to address participants are the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye; renowned medical missionary and healthcare leader Dr Joshua Bogunjoko; theologian and leadership expert Dr Femi Adeleye; and development professional Dr Delphine Fanfo …
Ghana to host Lausanne Workplace Forum 2026Joy Online
… The statement, signed by the Council’s president, Dr. Eric Nyamekye, and copied to the Ghana News Agency on Thursday, said the position reflected the Council’s commitment to upholding Christian values, the moral integrity of Ghanaian society, and the nation’s cultural heritage. …
Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill in its present state falls short of expectations – Pentecostal and Charismatic CouncilJoy Online
… In a statement issued on June 8 and signed by its President, Eric Nyamekye, the Council praised Parliament for prioritising and expediting work on the legislation. …
GPCC urges Parliament to restore original Anti-Gay BillBusiness & Financial Times
… Earlier, the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr. Eric Nyamekye, encouraged staff of Zoomlion Kenya to commit themselves to ensuring the company thrives in its new environment, stressing that dedication and unity are critical to long-term success. …
Zoomlion Kenya begins major transformation of Nairobi Waste Management SystemJoy Online
… His comments come after Dr Mary Awusi apologised to the Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, over remarks linked to discussions on illegal mining, aka galamsey. …
Second chance, not sack – Clergy reject calls to remove Free Zones bossJoy Online
… Beyond environmental concerns, the Council also addressed recent controversy involving Dr Mary Awusi, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, and Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of the Church of Pentecost and the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) …
Christian Council backs tougher galamsey fight, urges forgiveness over attack on Pentecost chairmanJoy Online
… The response follows public commentary attributed to Mary Awusi, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, who cautioned that Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, could be regarded as a politician if he continued to comment on national issues such …
Catholic Bishops defend church’s voice on national issues, cite moral and divine mandateThe Government has commended the Church of Pentecost for sheltering over 500 Ghanaians affected by recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa that killed two citizens. The church provided accommodation, food, and basic support across three branches for two months and two weeks, with final evacuations scheduled for the weekend.
12 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Government has commended the Church of Pentecost for sheltering over 500 Ghanaians affected by recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa that killed two citizens. The church provided accommodation, food, and basic support across three branches for two months and two weeks, with final evacuations scheduled for the weekend.
12 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Chairman of The Church of Pentecost Apostle Eric Nyamekye has recounted near-death experiences during six years in South Africa, including two armed robbery confrontations and luggage theft, and recalled having to rush to South Africa recently after a national deacon of the church was kidnapped during a service.
12 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dai Mingsheng arrived in Ghana in 2001 with mining machinery and has spent a quarter-century introducing mechanised mining technology to the country's small-scale mining sector, growing from two containers into a full-service operation supplying machinery, technical support, and training through China Xinzheng-Ghana Friendly Development Company Ltd.
30 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana will host the Lausanne Workplace Forum from 6–9 August 2026 at Gomoa Fetteh in the Central Region, bringing together Christian professionals, business leaders and entrepreneurs from Africa and beyond to explore the intersection of faith, leadership, ethics and workplace impact.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council has stated that the recently passed Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill falls short of expectations and is not sufficiently robust to protect cultural heritage and family values. The Council called for reinstatement of an earlier, more comprehensive version of the Bill passed by the previous Parliament.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council has called on Parliament to revert to the original version of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, arguing that the current legislation is not sufficiently robust to protect Ghana's moral, cultural and family values.
10 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Zoomlion Kenya has announced significant progress after beginning operations in Nairobi's integrated waste management programme, focusing on emergency clean-up operations, infrastructure development, and long-term sustainability measures. The company is clearing approximately 109 illegal dumpsites and undertaking legacy waste evacuation to designated disposal facilities, while making improvements to the Dandora Dumpsite.
21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The General Secretary of the Christian Council of Ghana has opposed calls to dismiss the CEO of the Ghana Free Zones Authority over controversial remarks about the church, urging instead a measured response that prioritises forgiveness. He acknowledged the incident warrants strong condemnation and firm but proportionate discipline, but argued for second chances rather than removal from office.
30 April 2026 · Joy Online →
The Christian Council of Ghana has backed stronger national action against illegal mining, warning that environmental destruction from galamsey cannot continue unchecked and calling environmental protection both a civic and moral duty. The Council plans to launch its Environmental Care and Cleanliness Programme on April 30.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has defended the Church's involvement in public matters, saying its engagement is a divine responsibility rooted in spiritual and moral mandate, not political activism. The statement responds to commentary that suggested Church leaders commenting on issues such as illegal mining could be regarded as politicians.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Julius Debrah, Chief of Staff of the NDC, delivered an emotional apology to the Chairman of the Church of Pentecost and its congregation over the weekend on behalf of the party, for an outburst by Dr Mary Awusi, CEO of Free Zones Board, against the church chair.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Prof Kwesi Yankah has criticized Chief of Staff Julius Debrah's emotional public apology to the Church of Pentecost, arguing that national leaders should reserve public emotion for Ghana's environmental crisis from illegal mining rather than political controversies.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Prof Kwesi Yankah, a former Minister of State and academic, has criticised Chief of Staff Julius Debrah's emotional public apology to the leadership of the Church of Pentecost, arguing that national leaders should reserve public emotion for Ghana's environmental crisis rather than political controversies. Yankah contends that illegal mining's destruction of Ghana's environment should be the real cause for national grief.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chairman of the Church of Pentecost has appealed for calm and reconciliation following public uproar over remarks by the CEO of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, Mavis Awusi, which were made in response to church concerns about environmental damage from illegal mining. Apostle Nyamekye said he harbours no ill feelings and urged Ghanaians to move on from the issue.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Reverend Professor Joseph Obiri Yeboah Mante, former Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, has rejected attempts to intimidate religious leaders for criticising illegal mining (galamsey), following warnings from the Ghana Free Zones Authority CEO that Apostle Eric Nyamekye would be "dealt with" if he continued highlighting environmental destruction. Mante insists the church will continue to condemn wrongdoing regardless of political considerations.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama praised Julius Debrah for his loyalty, kindness, and humility at Debrah's 60th Birthday Thanksgiving Service, describing him as a trusted aide whose service has left a lasting impression on leadership and governance. Mahama noted Debrah's calm nature, efficiency, and affable friendliness, which earned respect from executives during his time as running mate in the Eastern Region.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has forgiven the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, Dr Mary Awusi, following a public controversy over her comments attacking his remarks about illegal mining's damage to church baptism sites. The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, publicly apologised on behalf of Dr Awusi at a church service, after which Apostle Nyamekye said he bore no ill will and believed the incident had drawn positive attention to the church.
26 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, has forgiven Dr Mary Awusi, CEO of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, following a public dispute over comments on illegal mining. The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, apologized on behalf of Dr Awusi at a church service, and Apostle Nyamekye stated he bore no ill will and had forgiven her.
26 April 2026 · Joy Online →
A former Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana has called on citizens to oppose illegal mining on moral and national grounds rather than along partisan lines, stressing that the galamsey menace should not become a tool for political point-scoring.
26 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Private legal practitioner Kwame Boafo Akuffo has called for more aggressive and decisive state action against galamsey (illegal mining), criticizing the current approach as too slow and ineffective. He argues that illegal mining endangers lives and natural resources, and urged a shift from what he termed a "Presbyterian approach" to enforcement toward more drastic measures.
25 April 2026 · Joy Online →