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Rev. Wengam re-elected General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana

From Daily Graphic · () English

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  • Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam secured nearly 90% of votes to be re-elected General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana.
  • He will serve another four-year term, with new leaders also elected for Assistant General Superintendent and General Secretary.
  • Wengam pledged renewed commitment and highlighted the Centenary City Project as a priority for his second term.

Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam has been re-elected as the General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, securing a decisive victory with nearly 90 percent of the votes. The election took place during the church's 32nd Biennial General Council Meeting in Gomoa Fetteh, Central Region, on Friday, August 21, 2026. Wengam, who also leads the Cedar Mountain Chapel in Accra, garnered 3,727 votes, representing 89.61 percent, defeating Rev. Dr. Kwame B. Bansah, who received 432 votes (10.39 percent).

This re-election grants Rev. Wengam another four-year term and concludes the process of selecting the church's top leadership. Alongside the General Superintendent, new officeholders were elected to the positions of Assistant General Superintendent and General Secretary. Rev. Dr. Kwadwo Bempah was elected Assistant General Superintendent, and Rev. Dr. Albert Anane emerged as the new General Secretary. Rev. Simon Abu Baba retained his position as General Treasurer unopposed. Several other directors, including those for Women's Ministries, Men's Ministry, Sunday School, and Youth Ministries, also retained their positions without opposition.

To all who endorsed me with your precious votes, you will never regret your sacred decision.

โ€” Rev. Stephen Yenusom WengamRev. Wengam's remarks after being re-elected as General Superintendent.

In his acceptance speech, Rev. Wengam committed to serving the members of Assemblies of God, Ghana, with renewed dedication and humility. He assured his supporters that their decision would not be regretted. Describing the electoral process as peaceful, fair, and transparent, he noted the minimal acrimony despite the potential for tension during elections. He urged members to move beyond competition and collaborate for the church's growth. Wengam outlined his priorities for the second term, focusing on advancing the church's transformation agenda and ensuring the successful implementation of its strategic initiatives, notably the Centenary City Project, planned to commemorate the church's 100th anniversary.

Although elections could create tension, the process had been characterised by minimal acrimony and urged members to move beyond competition and work together for the growth of the church.

โ€” Rev. Stephen Yenusom WengamRev. Wengam's comments on the peaceful nature of the church's elections.
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