It is becoming very common to find some self-styled prophets using nicknames to trivialize the gospel and make mockery of Christ and Christianity.
Men of God are well noted for their pastoral collar, elaborate robes and grasp of the scripture.
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They are revered and considered integral to the moral fibre of society, yet some Ghanaian clergymen seem unfulfilled with this recognition.
It appears that titles and accolades that resonate with their status in society are what would make for their rightful place in God’s vineyard.
Some people who belong to the Christian fraternity believe pastors who use nicknames do not belong to any of the conventional Christian associations and so they are not responsible to anybody and they carry themselves in ways that tarnish the image of God.
Besides using nicknames, some of these prophets also put up practices on public television, which have raised eye brows on several occasions with some making millions from the 'fake' miracles they perform.
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Nicknames such as Computer Man, Apae Live, Jesus Abrantie, Kumchacha, Prophet One, Dito Dito, Obonsam Last stop and Jesus Onetouch are men of God that have taken over TV stations.
Pastor Boateng, aka Apae Live
Pastor Boateng, aka Apae Live, is the Head Pastor of Great Light Worship Centre and he performs wonders at church.
Prophet Lawrence Agyepong aka Dito Dito
You might not know the General Overseer and Bishop of the Zion Home Chapel International, Prophet Lawrence Agyepong also known as Prophet Dito Dito well but he does a lot of bizarre things that will baffle your sense of imagination. This pastor is capable of telling you all your life’s story hence his name Dito Dito.
Rev. Chris Asante a.k.a Abruku Abruka
Only God knows what that name means but this man is well known for his miracles and what tops it all is his Solution Water which can apparently solve any problem on this earth.
Prophet Eric Amponsah aka Computer Man
Prophet Eric Amponsah aka Computer Man, has won the hearts of many Christians in the country. He went on break to do a research work on the teachings of Christ.
Although Computer Man is not new on the scene, he appears determined to make it to the top.
He is the leader of Hope Generation Ministry International, located at Oblogo Manchester in Accra, and is seen as an inspiration to a number of music fans.
He has indeed, proven beyond all reasonable doubt to his numerous fans that he really has come to stay.
Prophet Ebenezer Adarkwa Opambour Yiadom aka Prophet One
Prophet Ebenezer Adarkwa Opambour Yiadom, leader of the Ebenezer Miracle Worship Center in Kumasi popularly known as Prophet One is on record to have the largest church building and largest congregation at Ahenema Kokoben of Atwima-Kwawomang District in the Ashanti Region.
Opambour is the owner of Radio Mercury, a Kumasi-based private radio station and Prophet One Television.
Nana Kofi Yirenkyi, aka Jesus Onetouch
Nana Kofi Yirenkyi, a.k.a Jesus Onetouch, who was jailed for 10 years for defiling his 10-year-old daughter, regained his freedom after spending 24 months, 21 days in lawful custody.
Jesus Onetouch, who is the General Overseer of Jesus Blood Prophetic Ministry, has been in custody since March 9, 2010, after being convicted on two counts of defilement and incest on January 20, 2011.
Nicholas Osei aka Prophet Kumchacha
Founder and Leader of the Heaven's Gate Ministries, Nicholas Osei, also known as Prophet Kumchacha is always controversial on radio and TV. He behaves as the President and celebrity in Ghana. Prophet Kumchacha always loves to seek media attention.