Kwame Baffoe has stepped up his criticism of Nicholas Duncan-Williams, stating that the archbishop does not have the standing to be recognized as a leader of Ghana’s Christian community.
Speaking in a media interview, Abronye dismissed the idea of Duncan-Williams acting as a national representative of pastors, insisting that questions about his moral and spiritual authority disqualify him from such recognition.
His remarks come after an earlier controversial statement in which he referred to the archbishop as a “typical armed robber,” drawing strong condemnation from religious groups and political figures.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP), where Abronye holds the position of Bono Regional Chairman, has officially disassociated itself from his comments.
Party General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong stated that the views expressed were personal and not representative of the party.
The party further emphasized its respect for religious leaders and commended Duncan-Williams for his contributions to moral leadership and national development.
Although the party has distanced itself, the remarks have sparked renewed debate over the involvement of religious leaders in national affairs and the conduct expected of political actors.
Legal experts caution that the statements may amount to defamation and could result in legal action against Abronye.
The incident highlights the delicate balance between free speech and responsibility, particularly in a country where religion strongly influences public sentiment.
Source:GhanaTv
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