The Founder of Heaven’s Gate Ministry, Prophet Nicholas Osei, has openly criticised outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo, blaming him for what he described as the poor management of Ghana's economy.

Known popularly as Prophet Kumchacha, the controversial preacher voiced his dissatisfaction with the outgoing administration during the swearing-in of President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

“We all can attest to the bad governance that Nana Akufo-Addo brought to the nation. The whole world knows Nana Akufo-Addo was the worst president Ghana ever had,” Prophet Kumchacha said.

According to him, Akufo-Addo's leadership was detrimental to the country, and he expressed relief at the end of the president’s tenure.

Describing the transition of power as a significant moment, Kumchacha declared, “Today marks his final days in office and the new beginning of good and better governance. That is why I’m here.”

He further added that the day’s event – the swearing-in of John Mahama – was historic.

Kumchacha did not mince his words when referring to former President Akufo-Addo, labelling him as the nation’s “greatest enemy.”

He stated, “When we say go and look for the enemy and you meet Akufo-Addo, he’s the enemy.”

The prophet continued by criticising the former president’s priorities, pointing out the controversial $58 million National Cathedral project which he described as now a "swimming pool" that Akufo-Addo had initiated.

Prophet Kumchacha expressed optimism for Ghana’s future, promising that the next four years would bring “a massive transformation” under the leadership of the newly sworn-in President John Mahama.