Mr Francis Owusu, President of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International (FGBMFI), has expressed grave concern over the growing culture of greed and the unbridled desire to get rich quickly in Ghana, especially by the youth.
The syndrome, he said, was destroying the nation’s moral fabric and natural environment.
Speaking at the opening of the Fellowship’s 2025 National Convention in Accra on Saturday, Mr Owusu said Ghana, though abundantly blessed with both human and natural resources, continued to struggle with underdevelopment due to the erosion of ethical values and the pursuit of wealth at any cost.
“Ghana as a nation has been blessed by God. But sadly, after 68 years of independence, this nation stands at a crossroads as it strives to attain its God-given destiny,” he said.
“Greed and the desire to get rich quickly have eaten deep into the moral fabric of our society, fed by some negative tendencies on social media.”
He lamented that the unchecked appetite for wealth had driven many into illegal mining, locally known as “galamsey”, which continued to destroy Ghana’s water bodies and farmlands in the struggle for gold.
“The result of all this is what we see in the struggle for gold to the detriment of our environment, especially our water bodies,” Mr Owusu said.
He described the situation as a national moral crisis, urging business leaders and professionals to re-anchor their values on integrity, stewardship, and faith.
He said the Fellowship’s theme for the year: “Pursuing the Greatest Business,” was timely, reminding Christians that the greatest mission was not the pursuit of profit, but the fulfilment of Christ’s commission to transform lives through righteousness and service.
Mr Emmanuel B. Mahama, National President, FGBMFI, described the Convention as a gathering for “spiritual renewal” and urged members to focus on the “end time business of Christ.”
“I encourage us all to advance the kingdom of God through soul-winning and discipleship,” he added.
The 2025 National Convention, which took place from October 9 to 11, drew delegates from across West Africa, including Nigeria, Togo, Benin, Burkina Faso, and Côte d’Ivoire, as well as local business executives, public servants, and professionals.
Since its incorporation in 1984, the annual convention has served as a major spiritual gathering for Christian businessmen in Ghana.
This year’s edition marks a new milestone, with the inclusion of international participants and a special networking session organised by the Fellowship’s Corporate Business Development Directorate to help entrepreneurs connect, share ideas, and uphold integrity in business.
Founded globally in 1951, the FGBMFI is regarded as the world’s largest Christian business network, operating in more than 100 countries with over 7,000 chapters.
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