Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has refuted claims that Freemasonry is an occultic society.

According to him, it is rather deeply rooted in Christian teachings and principles.

Speaking on JoyNews’ The Probe on Sunday, Afenyo-Markin defended Freemasonry following public scrutiny of the group after his questioning of George Opare Addo’s membership during a vetting session.

The conversation quickly gained traction on social media, with some describing Freemasonry as a secretive cult.

But Afenyo-Markin dismissed such assertions, stating that Christianity is at the core of Masonic teachings.

“So, I'm telling you that this Rose Choir, Perfection Stage, the highest level of Masonry, is all about the New Testament and Christ, the teachings of Christ. It is talking about the sacrifices Christ made. And it is therefore reprehensible for anybody to say that Freemasonry is an occultic society,” he explained on February 2.

The Catholic Archdiocese of Accra on January 27 reaffirmed its stance against Freemasonry, emphasising that Catholics cannot be members of Masonic associations without violating Church doctrine.

In a statement titled 'Catholics and Freemasonry' and signed by Most Rev. John Bonaventure Kwofie, the Church clarified that its teachings on this matter remain unchanged.

The statement categorically asserted, “You cannot be a true Catholic and a Freemason at the same time,” addressing lingering questions on whether the Church had reconsidered its position.

According to Mr Afenyo-Markin, one must profess Christianity before reaching certain levels in Freemasonry, reinforcing the idea that it is not in conflict with Christian beliefs.

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“You must profess Christ to be perfected at that point, if they don't know and they say things for hope, faith, charity, everything is there. Read, I will not belong to a society that does not accept Christ. Else I won't even talk about it. I’m not a hypocrite. You see, people don't know and they say things.” he insisted.

Expanding on different branches of Freemasonry, Mr Afenyo-Markin cited Mark Masonry, explaining its focus on humility and respect for all people.

“This is the Mark Masonry, it talks about the rejected stone. It deals with situation where people think that they are perfect and they look down upon people. So the whole practice of Mark Masonry is to let you appreciate that those who are placed at the lowest ebb of fortune's wheel are supposed to have your regard,” he stated.

He maintained that Freemasonry aligns with Christian principles and should not be misrepresented as occultism.