Ghanaians Debate Minister Ahmed Ibrahim’s Religion After His Church Worship Video Trends Online
- Ahmed Ibrahim worshipped on his knees during the Apostolic Faith Church’s 2025 Camp Meeting at Aplaku
- He represented President Mahama at the event, sparking curiosity about his religion due to his Arabic name
- The confusion was further fuelled after he also supported the Muslim community with donations during Ramadan
Ahmed Ibrahim, the Minister for Religious Affairs, sparked reactions from many after he was captured on his knees worshipping at a church.
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The Minister was representing President John Mahama during the 2025 Annual Camp Meeting in the Apostolic Church at Aplaku in Ga South.
The event drew a large congregation from across the West and Central Africa District and beyond, creating an atmosphere of spiritual revival and communal worship.
However, the sight of Ahmed Ibrahim praying and emotionally worshipping God on his knees raised questions about his religious affiliation, primarily because his name, Ahmed Ibrahim, is of Arabic origin.
The minister is, however, on record stating that he is a Christian and is married with one child.
The public's curiosity was further fuelled after Ahmed Ibrahim recognised and made a donation to the Muslim community during Ramadan, leading to more confusion.
Ibrahim donated 20 bags of sugar, rice and an undisclosed amount of money to support the Shia Muslim Community during the holy period.
Watch the video of Ahmed Ibrahim praying in church below:
About Religious Affairs Minister, Ahmed Ibrahim
Ahmed Ibrahim was born on May 6, 1974, in Banda Ahenkro in the Bono Region. He earned a bachelor's degree in Political Science and Philosophy from the University of Ghana in 2001. He began his political career in 2009.
He was then elected into the 5th Parliament of the 4th Republic of Ghana on January 7, 2009. After he completed his first term in office, he decided to run for another term in 2013 and defeated Joe Danquah to retain his seat.
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On January 24, 2025, Ahmed Ibrahim was officially sworn in as the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs by President John Mahama, at a ceremony held at the Jubilee House on January 24, 2025.
Questions over Ahmed Ibrahim's religious affiliation
YEN.com.gh collected reactions from curious Ghanaians who watched the trending video on X. Some of the comments are below.
@KwasiTerminator commented:
"{Expletive} praying like he's a Christian who strongly knows the Lord Jesus Christ."
@kwazibruce said:
"Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs. That's the portfolio."
@Onas_foods wrote:
"Bronii de b3y3 looking looking face prayer yi de3, anka )de b3y3 roads and infrastructure."
@PrinceBanf67715 commented:
"He is a true Christian with an Islamic name."
@Michael96207327 wrote:
"An elder of the church of Pentecost."
Pastor blasts McDan over religion comments
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that businessman Daniel McKorley, popularly known as McDan, criticised Ghanaians for prioritising religious activities over productivity, claiming it hinders national development.
His remarks, made at a youth forum in Kumasi, sparked backlash from the Christian community.
In a video circulating online, Pastor John Wesley Amenuku Agble of the Apostolic Recovery Movement condemned McDan’s comments, calling them misguided.
He defended the church's role in national growth, citing contributions to education, health, and agriculture.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
