Christian Council of Ghana Chairman, Rt. Rev. Col. Bliss Agbeko Urges Stronger Faith-Based Advocacy on Africa’s Ecological Crisis

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

ACCRA, GHANA – May 19, 2026 — The Chairman of the Christian Council of Ghana (CCG), Rt. Rev. Dr. Lt. Col. Bliss Agbeko, has called for stronger faith-based advocacy and collective action in addressing Africa’s growing ecological and economic challenges.

Rt. Rev. Dr. Lt Col. Bliss Divine Kofi Agbeko (Rtd.), who is also The Moderator of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana (EPCG) made the call during his welcome address at the opening of the ongoing Continental Roundtable Discussion on Ecological and Economic Justice held at the Accra City Hotel.

The conference, convened with the support of the All Africa Conference of Churches and ecumenical partners, is themed: “Aligning Faith-Based Advocacy with the Changing Ecological and Economic Development Landscape.”

Addressing delegates from across Africa, the CCG Chairman described the gathering as both timely and necessary, stressing that the continent is facing enormous environmental and socio-economic pressures that demand urgent and coordinated responses.

According to him, climate change, environmental degradation, food insecurity, unemployment, migration pressures, and widening economic inequality continue to affect millions of vulnerable Africans.

“In the midst of these realities, the Church cannot remain silent,” Rt. Rev. Agbeko declared. “Faith-based institutions have a moral and prophetic responsibility not only to preach hope, but also to advocate for justice, dignity, accountability, sustainability, and the protection of God’s creation.”

He emphasized that churches and faith communities must move beyond rhetoric and embrace practical, people-centred advocacy capable of influencing policies and transforming lives across the continent.

The CCG Chairman further challenged faith leaders and development stakeholders to rethink how the Church can remain relevant and transformative in a rapidly changing world.

“How do we ensure that development is people-centred and environmentally sustainable? How do we amplify the voices of vulnerable communities? How do we strengthen faith-based advocacy so that it remains credible and impactful?” he asked.

Rt. Rev. Agbeko noted that addressing Africa’s ecological and economic crisis would require collaboration, courage, innovation, and renewed commitment from churches, governments, development agencies, and civil society actors.

He reaffirmed the commitment of the Christian Council of Ghana to promoting justice, peace, sustainability, and ethical leadership through ecumenical engagement and advocacy.

The roundtable has brought together church leaders, ecumenical organizations, climate justice advocates, development practitioners, and policy stakeholders from across Africa to deliberate on practical pathways for strengthening faith-based responses to ecological and economic challenges.

Participants are expected to develop strategic recommendations aimed at advancing climate justice, sustainable development, economic inclusion, and environmental stewardship throughout the continent.

Welcoming delegates to Ghana, Rt. Rev. Agbeko encouraged participants to enjoy the country’s hospitality, extending the traditional greetings “Akwaaba” and “Mia woezor,” meaning “You are most welcome.”

The conference continues with panel discussions, advocacy sessions, and strategic consultations focused on building a more just, peaceful, and sustainable Africa.

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