Former President Akufo-Addo takes on new role in Anglican Church
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has been installed as an Honorary Lay Canon of the Anglican Diocese of Koforidua in the Church of the Province of West Africa.
The ceremony took place at the St. Peter Anglican Cathedral on Passion Sunday, the fifth Sunday in Lent, following what the former President described as a period of prayerful consideration.
In a message shared on social media after the ceremony, Mr Akufo-Addo said the honour recognises his contribution to public service and social justice, and entrusts him with responsibilities within the Anglican Communion in areas including health, evangelism, education, investment, tourism and hospitality.
Reflecting on the recognition, he indicated that his life’s journey had been guided by faith and divine providence. “My experiences and service, throughout my adult life, have been a testimony of God’s love, and a vindication of the words of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, as quoted at Matthew 19:26, which states ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible,’” he said.
Mr Akufo-Addo also pledged his continued commitment to the Church, stating that he would dedicate himself to a life of service, prayer and support for the growth of the Anglican faith within the diocese and beyond.
“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 added.
He expressed gratitude to the Anglican Diocese of Koforidua and the wider Anglican Communion, as well as to the diocesan bishop, Felix Odei Annancy, and the officiating clergy for the honour bestowed on him.
The installation places the former President among distinguished lay persons recognised by the Church for their contributions to society and their commitment to advancing its mission.
