Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams, Founder of Action Chapel International, has cautioned President John Dramani Mahama against using his position to settle personal scores.
Speaking at a special fellowship with the clergy on Friday, February 28, 2025, Duncan-Williams emphasized that power and leadership come from God and should be exercised with wisdom and a sense of history.
“The Most High rules in the affairs of men and gives the kingdoms of men to whomever He chooses,” Duncan-Williams stated, referencing biblical teachings.
He commended President Mahama for maintaining close ties with the church and for gathering men and women of God to intercede on his behalf, both in and out of power.
He praised John Mahama’s humility and forgiving nature, saying, “I thank you for your example. When you were in opposition, you still engaged with the church community, and all these men and women of God stood in prayer with you. Now that God has given you another opportunity, you have not forgotten.”
He also cautioned against neglecting those who helped during difficult times, drawing on Nelson Mandela’s legacy.
The Archbishop warned President Mahama’s associates and ministers against using their positions for personal vendettas.
“Do not use this victory to settle scores with anyone. When power is entrusted to you for the benefit of the people, do not use it to prove a point. There are serious implications for that,” he stated, citing Hebrews 6:10.
Duncan-Williams also reflected on past Ghanaian administrations, recalling a former presidential aide who wielded excessive influence, undermining the authority of the president.
“I pray that in your term as president, you will be the only president that Ghana knows. That there will be no other hidden power controlling things behind the scenes,” he said.
Furthermore, Duncan-Williams reminded Mahama that his rise to leadership was not by accident but by divine mercy.
“Your father was not a President, your grandfather was not a President, yet God has made you one. You have broken a generational cycle; you are a curse-breaker,” he stated.
In conclusion, Duncan-Williams called on all government officials and ministers to reflect on how history will remember them.
He urged them to serve with integrity, humility, and a deep sense of responsibility towards the people of Ghana.
-BY Daniel Bampoe
