Chaos unfolded at the Abundant Life Assemblies of God Church in Bohyen-Adumanu, Kumasi, as members protested against the induction of a new pastor on June 23, 2024. Despite the unrest, the induction ceremony proceeded under the supervision of armed security personnel, organized by the church leadership in the Ashanti Region.
Videos circulating online captured numerous church members protesting and onlookers expressing their disapproval with chants like “Ei Asore mpo nie.” The incident has sparked significant reactions on social media, with users sharing their thoughts and opinions:
**Social Media Reactions:**
1. **Cyril Jay Klevs (@cyril_klevs):**
– “So policemen can’t handle this church dispute they had to call soldiers… wow they have become so useless to the extent of solving church disputes… my goodness, put some respect and value on the uniform 🤦”
2. **KNUST ZADDY (@SolomonAbugah):**
– “Men of God are not forced on people, people don’t also choose men of God. So now that they’re fighting and God himself is quiet, how we go do am? 😂😭💔 I like God 😂🔥”
3. **MÖJÔ 🔋🔋 (@weneverfront):**
– “Religion will be the downfall of Africa.”
4. **MULTA PECUNIA (@CorleoneTears):**
– “My decision to stay away from religion was personal, but every day, I find more reasons that prove I was never wrong.”
The incident underscores broader sentiments and debates about religious leadership and community dynamics, reflecting ongoing tensions and divergent views within society.