Law on harmful prophecies still in force – Police to pastors

The Ghana Police Service has reminded all, especially faith-based organisations that the law on the communication of prophecies is still in force.

The law prohibits the public communication of doomsday prophecies, particularly of deaths and harm and similar ones with the potential to lead to the breakdown of law and order.

In a statement, the Police said “the Police will like to remind the public that while we have the right to practice our faith and freedom of speech as guaranteed by our constitution and democratic values, we want to reiterate that the enjoyment of these rights are subject to respect for the rights and freedoms of others and for the public interest.

“As we have come to consider December 27th as Prophecy Communication Compliance Day, the Ghana Police Service is once again urging religious communities to practice their faith within the legal framework.”

eason, we wish everyone Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year.