In a profoundly moving revelation, Rev. Dr. Stephen Wengam, General Superintendent of Assemblies of God Ghana, disclosed how a last-minute change in President John Dramani Mahama’s travel plans—brought about through persistent prayer and spiritual conviction—may have spared him from a catastrophic helicopter crash in Adansi Akrofuom that claimed eight lives, including high-profile government officials. Adomonline.com
A Battle of Conviction and Prayer
Rev. Wengam recounted being informed that the President would not attend a scheduled church programme, opting instead to travel to Côte d’Ivoire for an Independence Day event. Disturbed, he convened his prayer team with a decisive directive: “I did not accept the change in plan.” Adomonline.com
Tensions spiked when First Lady Lordina Mahama phoned, adamant that the President should not miss the church event. The pastor described the exchange as a “battle of wills.” Even during the call, President Mahama attempted to reach the pastor himself. Ultimately, the First Lady sent a follow-up text confirming their attendance on Wednesday, with the President postponing his trip to Côte d’Ivoire until the following day. Adomonline.com
Reflecting on this chain of events, Rev. Wengam said:
“If the President had come on the original date, he would have travelled the day before the crash. This change in schedule spared him.”
A Message to the Clergy: Prayer Never Stops
Rev. Wengam used the moment to admonish religious leaders about the importance of spiritual vigilance:
“Being prophetic comes from a life of deep prayer—not only when you have a sermon to preach but as a daily commitment.” Adomonline.com
He emphasized that spiritual responsibility extends beyond the pulpit and demands unwavering dedication.
Source: My News Ghana
