Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has stepped into a new role of spiritual service, trading the corridors of political power for the sacred halls of St. Peter’s Anglican Cathedral.
On Passion Sunday, the fifth Sunday in Lent, he was formally installed as an Honorary Lay Canon of the Anglican Diocese of Koforidua, within the Church of the Province of West Africa.
The honour, which he accepted after what he described as a period of prayerful consideration, recognises his years of public service and commitment to social justice. In his new capacity, he will support the Anglican Communion’s mission across key sectors, including health, evangelism, education, investment, tourism, and hospitality.
In a heartfelt message following the ceremony, Mr. Akufo-Addo reflected on the role faith has played throughout his life. “My experiences and service, throughout my adult life, have been a testimony of God’s love,” he said, quoting Matthew 19:26: “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”
The former President offered a solemn pledge to embrace the responsibilities of his new calling.
“I commit, as I have always, to continued service to the Church, to live a holy life, to pray regularly for God’s blessing upon the work of the Church in the world and especially in this Diocese and the West African Province, and to enter gladly into the succession of those in each generation who have served God through the worship offered in this Cathedral, Diocese and Province.”
He extended his gratitude to the Anglican Diocese of Koforidua, the wider Anglican Communion, and the diocesan bishop, Felix Odei Annancy, along with the officiating clergy, for the honour bestowed upon him.
With this installation, Mr. Akufo-Addo joins the ranks of distinguished lay persons recognised by the Church for their contributions to society, a transition from a life of public service to one of enduring spiritual commitment.
