Bishop Salifu Amoako, founder of Alive Chapel International, has addressed the tragic accident involving his son, which resulted in the deaths of two young girls in East Legon. During his Sunday service on October 20, 2024, the popular pastor spoke to his congregation, emphasizing that the incident was a terrible accident and not a deliberate act of violence.
“It was an accident. My son did not carry a gun to go and kill somebody. My son involved himself in a terrible accident. I was not the one who did it. Neither his mother,” Bishop Salifu stated, distancing the incident from any malicious intent.
He further suggested that the widespread attention the case has received is largely due to his prominence in the public eye. “It is because of my name, that is why the thing is going everywhere. If this car had hit an Okada, who is going to mention it? It is just because of my name. So let’s see what the Lord will do,” he remarked, acknowledging the heightened media focus on the tragedy.
In his address, Bishop Salifu also cautioned his followers against engaging in unnecessary gossip or discussions about the accident, urging them to remain calm while the case proceeds in court. He expressed frustration over the way people, particularly Ghanaians, have been talking about the situation.
“People don’t know the truth, so Ghanaians talk. The only thing they have is talking. Did you hear what I said? Ghana here, they don’t have anything, the only thing they have is talking. Talk is cheap, don’t go and say things to add more pain to my life. Stay calm, stay quiet, the case is still in court,” he said in a video that has since gone viral.
Despite his efforts to explain the situation, many continue to focus on the tragic loss of lives, with calls for justice for the victims.
It was an accident; my son did not carry a gun to kill somebody – Bishop Salifu Amoako. pic.twitter.com/k8oRcStwTw
— Akosua Journalist (@Iam_aJournalist) October 20, 2024
