The Techiman Aduanahene and Nifahene of the Techiman Traditional Council, Nana Boakye Ameyaw Pentenprem II, has called on Ghanaians, particularly the youth, to embrace moral renewal, peace and responsible living as essential pillars for national development.
He made the call while addressing the media at the 2026 Wenchi Diocesan Camp Meeting, where he expressed deep appreciation for being part of the annual Christian gathering.
“I am very proud to be part of this year’s Camp Meeting. My advice to the general public is that we should all make a conscious effort to accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and personal Saviour.” He said
He raised concern over the rising incidence of social vices in the country, describing the increasing intake of illicit drugs among the youth as particularly alarming. He urged young people to desist from such practices, warning that they pose a serious threat to their future and the well-being of society.
“Social vices, especially the intake of illicit drugs among the youth, are becoming increasingly common in our country, which is very worrying. I therefore appeal to the youth to desist from such practices and secure their future.” He stated.
Nana Boakye Ameyaw Pentenprem II also stressed on the growing menace of cybercrime, noting that many people are being defrauded of their hard-earned income through mobile money scams. He stressed that moral discipline and adherence to Christian values could help curb such practices.
According to him, the acceptance of Jesus Christ and commitment to righteous living would gradually reduce crimes such as fraud and other antisocial behaviours in the country.
“Cybercrime is also becoming prevalent in the country, with people defrauding others of their hard-earned money through mobile money scams. However, if the youth and the general public accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and personal Saviour and walk in His ways, these social vices will gradually become a thing of the past.” He told our reporter.
Touching on national cohesion, the Aduanahene emphasised the importance of peace, stating that development cannot thrive in an environment of instability. He reiterated the Techiman Traditional Council’s firm belief that peace remains the foundation for progress at both the local and national levels.
“We need peace in all corners of the country because we at the Techiman Traditional Council firmly believe that without peace, there can be no development.”
Source: Elvisanokye.com