Bishop Evans Onyemara Challenges African Faith Leaders to Develop Alternative Policy Solutions at Ghana Ecological Justice Summit

By The Rev’d Uruakpa Onyemaechi Charles |
CCN News Correspondent, Abuja

ACCRA, GHANA – May 20, 2026 — Bishop Evans Onyemara, PhD, General Secretary of the Christian Council of Nigeria, has challenged African church leaders, policymakers, and development advocates to develop practical and alternative policy solutions capable of addressing the continent’s growing ecological and economic crises.

Bishop Onyemara made the call during deliberations at the ongoing Continental Round Table on Ecological and Economic Justice Policy Advocacy taking place at the Accra City Hotel.

The continental engagement, organized by the All Africa Conference of Churches (AACC) and hosted by the Christian Council of Ghana (CCG), has brought together faith leaders and development stakeholders from across Africa.

Addressing delegates at the conference, Bishop Onyemara urged participants not to limit discussions to criticism of existing systems, but to focus on generating strategic alternatives capable of transforming African economies and ecological governance.

He emphasized the urgent need for African nations to embrace policies that promote justice, sustainability, accountability, and inclusive development.

According to him, the ecological and economic realities confronting many African countries demand courageous leadership and innovative thinking from both governments and faith communities.

Bishop Onyemara further stressed that faith-based organizations must continue to play a prophetic and solution-driven role in shaping public policy and advocating for vulnerable populations affected by climate change, poverty, debt burdens, and economic inequality.

The Nigerian church leader noted that Africa’s future depends largely on the ability of leaders and institutions to develop people-centred policies that protect both human dignity and the environment.

The roundtable discussions have focused on climate justice, public debt, tax justice, sustainable development, and the role of faith actors in policy advocacy across the continent.

Participants are expected to produce key recommendations and policy frameworks aimed at strengthening ecological stewardship and economic justice within African countries.

The conference continues with further presentations, strategic consultations, and collaborative sessions among ecumenical leaders and development partners.