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Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi

Also known as: Most Rev. Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi · Most Rev. Gyamfi · Most Rev Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi · Rev. Gyamfi · Most Rev. Matthew Gyamfi · Reverend Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi · Bishop of Sunyani · Most. Rev. Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi

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October 2026
6 OctJoy Online
… Speaking to Citi News, President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, Most Rev. Matthew Gyamfi, said the increasing use of tramadol, marijuana and other drugs among young people required urgent action. …
Catholic Bishops urge stronger action against tramadol, marijuana abuse
6 OctJoy Online
… President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, Most Rev. Matthew Gyamfi, told Citi FM that the scale of abuse of readily accessible drugs required urgent attention. …
Catholic Bishops demand tougher action on tramadol, marijuana and other drugs
September 2026
23 SeptDaily Guide
… Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, said the seizure of nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine by French customs authorities at Dunkirk on September 10, 2026, with an estimated street value of €225 million, was “deeply disturbing.” The cocaine was reportedly concealed in a container of plastic waste tha …
Catholic Bishops Demand Crackdown On Drug Trafficking
23 SeptThe Ghanaian Times
… Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi They said the drug menace had moved beyond a routine criminal matter to become a serious national concern and a profound moral crisis requiring sustained and collective action. …
Crack down on drug traffickers – GCBC urges govt
22 SeptJoy Online
… Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, said.
Drugs cases disgracing Ghana before the world – Catholic Bishops Conference tells Government
16 SeptDaily Guide
… Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, Bishop of Sunyani, the Bishops said the placement exercise must be transparent, accountable and responsive to genuine complaints. …
Catholic Bishops Demand Probe Into SHS Placement
16 SeptThe Ghanaian Times
… Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, the Conference said 604,567 candidates qualified for placement this year, while 527,932 were placed when the results were released. …
Catholic Bishops demand independent audit of CSSPS • Minister pledges to set up Technical Working Committee
9 SeptJoy Online
… President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, Reverend Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, also urged the youth to remain courageous and hopeful despite the challenges confronting West Africa. …
Use digital platforms to build peace, not spread prejudice – Opoku-Agyemang to youth
6 SeptJoy Online
… Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, the Bishops said there was nothing improper about the Chief Justice visiting public institutions or commending improvements in their operations. …
Catholic Bishops urge Chief Justice to avoid remarks that could raise doubts about impartiality
August 2026
27 AugJoy Online
… President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, Most Rev. Matthew Gyamfi, raised the concerns during an engagement with Parliament’s Chieftaincy, Culture and Religious Affairs Committee. …
‘Don’t exclude us, then blame us for indiscipline’ – Catholic Bishops on GES Council removal

Society

Catholic Bishops call for stronger action on tramadol and marijuana abuse

The News

The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has called for stronger measures to address widespread use of tramadol, marijuana and other readily accessible drugs, saying the abuse is having a devastating impact on the country's youth. The bishops argue the national response should not focus solely on high-profile narcotics like cocaine but must also address easily accessible substances in communities.

6 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 6 October

Catholic Bishops call for stronger action on tramadol and marijuana abuse
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has called for stronger measures to address widespread use of tramadol, marijuana and other readily accessible drugs, saying the abuse is having a devastating impact on the country's youth. The bishops argue the national response should not focus solely on high-profile narcotics like cocaine but must also address easily accessible substances in communities.
6 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Catholic Bishops demand stronger action on tramadol, marijuana, drugs
Ghana's Catholic Bishops' Conference is urging authorities to broaden their anti-drug approach to tackle readily available substances like tramadol, marijuana, and "Red," which they say are causing serious harm to young people. The bishops call for strengthened laws and enforcement to restrict importation and illegal sales of these drugs, arguing the current focus on cocaine overlooks drugs more extensively consumed by youth.
6 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 23 September

Ghana Catholic Bishops call for drug trafficking crackdown
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has called for an urgent national crackdown on illicit drug trafficking, citing a seizure of nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine by French customs at Dunkirk in September concealed in a container of plastic waste from Ghana, and noting that four Ghanaians have been arraigned in connection with alleged narcotics trafficking.
23 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Catholic Bishops urge coordinated action against drug trafficking
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has called for stronger enforcement, tighter surveillance, and greater collaboration among government, law enforcement, the Church, families and other stakeholders to combat illicit drug trafficking and abuse. The call follows the interception of nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine by French customs at Dunkirk in September, concealed in a container of plastic waste shipped from Ghana.
23 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 22 September

Catholic bishops condemn drug trafficking damaging Ghana's reputation
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has warned the government that the country's growing perception as a drugs trafficking transit point is disgracing Ghana and eroding its international reputation, citing a series of major drug seizures including a 3.9-tonne cocaine interception by French customs in September 2026.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 16 September

Catholic Bishops Call for Independent SHS Placement Review
Ghana's Catholic Bishops' Conference has called for an independent review of the Senior High School placement exercise, citing allegations of bribery, unfair admissions, and protocol arrangements that undermine public confidence. The Conference noted that of 604,567 candidates who qualified, only 527,932 were placed, and expressed concern about unsuitable placements including cases where students were assigned to distant day schools.
16 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Catholic Bishops demand independent audit of school placement system
Ghana's Catholic Bishops' Conference has called for an independent review of the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) following complaints of unfairness, lack of transparency, and parents being asked to pay for school places. The Bishops noted that of 604,567 candidates who qualified for placement this year, 527,932 were placed, and raised concerns about students being placed in unsuitable schools or far from home.
16 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 9 September

Use digital platforms responsibly to build peace, Opoku-Agyemang tells youth
Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has urged young people to use digital platforms responsibly and avoid content that fuels prejudice, misinformation and social division, saying technology can either deepen divisions or expand knowledge and promote peaceful communities. She made the call at the 2026 West Africa Youth Days in Accra.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 6 September

Catholic Bishops caution Chief Justice on remarks doubting judicial neutrality
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has cautioned Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie against public remarks that could create doubts about the political neutrality of the Judiciary. The Bishops said the Chief Justice's reference to "the past eight years" during visits to SSNIT and MIIF on September 2, 2026 could reasonably be understood in a political context and took on the character of a partisan judgment, though the Judicial Service later clarified the remarks were made in good faith.
6 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 27 August

Catholic Bishops criticise removal from Ghana Education Service Council
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has criticised its removal from the Ghana Education Service Council, saying it limits its influence on education decisions and may affect discipline in Senior High Schools. The Church, as the second-largest provider of formal education in Ghana, argues it should have been consulted on matters affecting schools.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Catholic bishops warn galamsey becoming youth employment source
Ghana's Catholic Bishops' Conference has expressed concern that illegal mining (galamsey) is increasingly used as employment for young people despite environmental damage, and that some politicians, MPs, and traditional leaders are allegedly involved in the practice, which undermines anti-galamsey efforts.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 7 August

Health Minister seeks Catholic Church partnership for stalled Agenda 111 hospitals
The Health Minister has appealed to faith-based organisations, particularly the Catholic Church, to help complete stalled Agenda 111 hospital projects across the country, citing funding constraints that have left many facilities incomplete. The government is prioritising 35 of the projects and proposes that faith-based institutions could manage completed hospitals on a non-profit basis, with government providing health professionals and technical support.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 5 August

Student indiscipline reflects national values crisis, bishops say
The President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has described growing student indiscipline as a deeper crisis of values requiring urgent national attention, arguing that national development requires citizens of integrity, not just academic and professional skill. Speaking at a Catholic-Muslim dialogue in Accra, he called for stakeholders including religious leaders, government, schools, parents and communities to work together to address the issue.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 1 June

Catholic bishop says Ghana should prioritize values over foreign aid
The President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference said Ghana must prioritize its values and national interests over conditional foreign assistance, and should be prepared to forgo foreign aid if it comes with conditions conflicting with the country's values. His comments followed Parliament's passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, which criminalizes LGBTQ+ activities but exempts lawyers, journalists, and healthcare professionals providing relevant services.
1 June 2026 · The Chronicle →

Saturday 30 May

Catholic bishops say Ghana should reject aid tied to values conflicts
The President of Ghana's Catholic Bishops' Conference stated that Ghana must be prepared to reject foreign aid if it comes with conditions conflicting with the country's values, following Parliament's passage of the anti-LGBTQ+ bill on May 29. Western governments and multilateral donors have hinted at freezing budgetary support if the bill is signed into law, though the passed version includes exemptions for lawyers, journalists, and healthcare professionals providing services to LGBTQ+ individuals.
30 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 11 May

Christian Council condemns public nudity at Karnival Kingdom Festival
The Christian Council of Ghana has condemned acts of public nudity at the Karnival Kingdom Festival held April 22–28, saying the conduct violates Ghanaian law and undermines the country's moral and cultural values. The Council also expressed concern over reports that participants engaged in such acts received police protection, and called for a full investigation into the event's circumstances.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 7 May

Tourism Ministry denies approval for Karnival Kingdom Festival
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts stated it did not receive any communication regarding the Karnival Kingdom Festival (April 22–28, 2026) and neither endorsed, sanctioned, nor authorised the event. The Ministry acknowledged public concerns about culturally unacceptable materials circulated on social media and emphasised the importance of adhering to regulatory procedures for public events.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Catholic Bishops demand probe into Karnival Kingdom festival nudity
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has called for an immediate investigation into the Karnival Kingdom Festival held in Accra last month, citing public nudity and the role of state institutions in permitting and securing the event. The Bishops questioned which authorities approved permits and authorised police deployment, describing the scenes as an eyesore that undermined Ghanaian values and breached the country's laws.
7 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 5 May

Catholic Bishops condemn nudity at Karnival Kingdom festival
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has condemned public nudity displays at the Karnival Kingdom Festival (April 22–28), calling them offensive and unlawful, and has demanded an independent investigation into police oversight at the event.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Catholic Bishops praise Ntim Fordjour on Karnival festival investigation call
Ghana's Catholic Bishops' Conference commended MP John Ntim Fordjour for calling for investigations into public nudity and other scenes at the Karnival Kingdom Festival held in Accra from April 22–28, 2026. The Conference condemned the festival as an affront to Ghanaian values and law, and questioned whether state institutions, including police, facilitated rather than prevented the misconduct.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Catholic Bishops demand probe into Karnival Kingdom Festival activities
Ghana's Catholic Bishops' Conference has called for investigations into the Karnival Kingdom Festival (held April 22–28, 2026) over alleged public nudity and what it termed failures by state institutions, noting that police presence at the event raised concerns about official oversight.
5 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 29 April

Catholic Bishops defend church's role in national discourse
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 →