Rev. John Kofi Weighs In on Late-Night Prayer Disturbances: “I Will Report You to Your Landlord”

• Rev. John Kofi Bosomtwe warned Christians against disturbing neighbours with late-night and early-morning prayers
• The man of God vowed to report any church members disturbing the peace to landlords for possible eviction
• Rev. Bosomtwe condemned pastors who ignore community concerns and blamed noisemakers for labelling critics as ‘witches’

Reverend John Kofi Bosomtwe of Liberty Assemblies of God Church has issued a stern warning to Christians against causing noise disturbances with late-night prayers.

The issue of late-night and early-morning prayers that end up disturbing the neighbourhood has been a controversial topic, and Rev. John Kofi has decided to weigh in on the case.

In a firm sermon to his congregation, the clergyman warned that if any of his church members are reported for disturbing their co-tenants, he will make sure to personally report the individuals to their landlord to ensure their eviction.

According to him, such behaviour is inconsiderate and unscriptural, as people need their rest in those odd hours. He also pointed fingers at fellow men of God who establish their churches without regard for their residents.

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In his words:

"Even if you are having an all-night service, make sure you control the volume. I mean, lower it. People are sleeping. A pastor can go and establish a church somewhere, not caring about the community, and just scream at the top of their lungs. What is wrong with us?"

He also condemned the common practice of labelling those who complain about the noise as 'witches,' turning the accusation back on the noisemakers and questioning their spiritual integrity.

Rev. Nathaniel Kwabena Asare, the Reverend Minister of Christ Peace Assemblies of Ghana, during an interview with YEN.com.gh advised that holiness does not mean loudness, as things like this should be done in orderliness.

In his words:

"Churches must adopt a spirit of neighbourliness. First, all-night services should be sound-regulated, using indoor systems and capped volumes. Second, leadership should engage communities before starting or expanding branches. And third, pastors must teach that disturbing the peace in the name of prayer is not holiness but disorder. Let the gospel be loud in love, not in decibels."

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Watch the video of his warning below:

Scanty SZN weighs in on public sermons

In a similar report, Scanty SZN criticised loud public preaching, especially on public transport, calling for strict enforcement.

He expressed frustration after sharing a personal story of being judged for wearing earphones during bus sermons.

Reactions on social media were mixed, with some supporting his stance and others defending public preaching.

Reactions to Rev. Kofi's late-night prayers warning

YEN.com.gh collected reactions from Ghanaians who watched the video on X. Some of the comments are below.

@Nanaezze commented:

"This man understands his Bible. At least 1 Corinthians 14:40 confirms this: Let all things be done decently and in order."

@RichyDonPapa said:

"In 2025, one shouldn’t put up any church facilities without soundproofing. The EPA will never check this, but will always give them permits. 🙁"

@profdublyn_zee wrote:

"Thank you. 🙏🏾 Now we have a sensible man of God being vocal about this. Please loud it."

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@Doriginalsource commented:

"Somebody tell this man I am visiting his church this Sunday. Nonsense is not tolerated on this side."

@Spreadtruth77 questioned:

"Will he as well relocate his church if neighbours complain of noise from their all-night services? Nyame nkoaa ne nokwa fuor."

Foreigner confronts neighbour for early morning preaching

YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that a British woman in Ghana clashed with her neighbour over loud early morning preaching from his balcony.

The British lady allegedly confronted him over his constant noise, then reported him to the police for immediate action.

The lady said she may relocate due to the stress but cannot return to the UK as her life is now in Ghana.

Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh