The National Peace Council has announced that it has taken it upon itself to resolve the growing tension between the traditional authorities of the Nogokpo Shrine in the Volta Region and Archbishop Charles Agyinasare, the founder of Perez Chapel International.
The tension between the two follows a comment made by the founder of Perez Chapel that Nogokpo is the demonic headquarters of the Volta Region.
Infuriated by the comment of the Archbishop, the traditional authorities of the Nogokpo has given the Man of God a 14-day ultimatum to appear before the authorities and render an apology.
Although Archbishop Agyinasare has rendered an apology for his comments, the Nogokpo Traditional Council insists on the Man of God to appear before them.
In the midst of the controversy, the National Peace Council has announced that it has taken notice of the development and hence has also taken proactive measures to mediate between the two parties in order to safeguard the peace and harmony of the country.
In a statement released on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, the council noted that the “National Peace Council has noted with concern the current impasse between Archbishop Charles Agyinasare, the founder of Perez Chapel International, and Nogokpo Traditional Authorities.”
It added, “Recognizing the fact that the impasse if not quickly addressed may have consequences on peaceful coexistence and religious tolerance in the country, the National Peace Council, in pursuit of its mandate to facilitate conflict prevention, appeals to the Nogokpo Traditional Authorities and Perez Chapel International to remain calm and not give in to provocations as efforts are being undertaken to address the situation.”
“The Council calls on all those who have been affected in any way by the stalemate to exercise
restraint and circumspection in their comments and pronouncements on the matter. The Council further urges the media and all those who make statements on the matter to exercise maximum restraint in their narratives to protect the peace, stability, and integrity of our beloved country.
“We want to inform the public that the Volta Regional Peace Council has begun the process to engage the parties for amicable redress,” the statement added.
