Outspoken Ghanaian preacher, Prophet Jedidiah Henry Kore, popularly known as Fire Oja, says he will gladly cooperate with the National Democratic Cong
Outspoken Ghanaian preacher, Prophet Jedidiah Henry Kore, popularly known as Fire Oja, says he will gladly cooperate with the National Democratic Congress government’s new directive for prophets to submit prophecies to the Presidency — but only if certain conditions are met.
The John Mahama government, through the Office of the Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, announced on August 10, 2025, that all Christian prophets must submit prophecies of national interest for review.
The move followed the August 6 helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofuom, which killed eight people, including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, and other senior officials.
While Fire Oja welcomed the idea in principle, he insisted the government should first provide key incentives to make the process practical for prophets.
His demands include:
1. Fuel Allowances for prophets travelling to submit their prophecies.
2. Vehicles Provided by Government to aid transportation.
3. Prophets, Not Academics, in Charge of the review process to ensure spiritual matters are handled by those with experience in prophecy.
Speaking in an interview on August 11, Fire Oja argued that these measures are necessary to “support God’s messengers” and make the directive workable.
The Presidency’s order calls for prophecies relating to political leaders, governance, and national security to be submitted, with a specific request for prayers for President John Mahama and all state institutions.
However, Fire Oja’s demands have triggered heated debate online. Some social media users backed his call for allowances, while others mocked the proposal, joking that the government might soon introduce a “prophecy levy.”
The issue has brought renewed attention to the intersection of religion and politics in Ghana, raising questions about whether the state should fund or facilitate the work of prophets in matters deemed.
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