Greater Works, Greater Works!

If excellence were an institution, it would currently be the International Central Gospel Church (ICGC).

Relax, let me build my case. Greater Works, the highly publicised event, certainly exceeded my expectations. It was my first time attending the conference, and I must say, God indeed gives the spirit of Excellence to His children.

I don't want to preach, but since we're talking about a Christian event, scriptures will certainly feature.

The event was meticulously planned. Aside from the aesthetically pleasing nature of the building, the head pastor is a visionary. If the government would learn from church leaders, perhaps Ghana would be the new Dubai.

NB: I am not a church member, so this piece is purely from an unbiased place...lol

Before and after church service, buses were available to transport people from all over the city. This act spoke volumes.

I interpreted it as a leader understanding that not all fingers are equal, so instead of inconveniencing people, makes their life a little easier. If the government thought about citizens as they consistently proclaim, Ghana would be better.

The tomato trader wouldn't work night and day for peanuts or put pressure on herself by saving so much money for her kids to travel abroad to make ends meet. The taxi driver would be able to take days off when his back hurts to seek medical attention.

The barber would be able to afford three square meals. Need I say more?

After service, the buses wait until a particular time before they move. I am told this gives room for ushers and other church workers to put things together. What?

The leader understands the role these individuals play, saying, "I appreciate your role and I don't want to inconvenience you."

Ghanaian leaders must understand that workers try to contribute their quota to build the nation and should not be inconvenienced.

In the case of the domestic debt exchange programme, the country saw how varied sections of citizens cried out to be exempted but to no avail. The countless industrial actions have all demonstrated workers' anguish at the government's neglect of their efforts.

This adds to many other instances such as youth unemployment, insecurity and corruption which many critics have touted as signs of a government that is mostly unwilling to submit to its people.

Governance should be a reciprocal relationship, but Ghanaian workers often give their all and are compensated with little, while those connected to power receive gold for their loyalty. Hard workers should be given adequate remuneration for their efforts.

Now, this is just the physical aspect of the conference, which is well catered for. Imagine the spiritual side.

The attendees will leave blessed, especially since the event crowns their 40 days of fasting and prayers. This is not just an ordinary event. As the pastor says, "We have fasted and prayed; come and be blessed, and everything will be fine."

The government can do the same. It can assure the youth that by improving the system, their efforts in school will be rewarded.

Critics may argue that the conference was just a week-long event, whereas governance is a lifelong commitment, but I beg to differ.

If the church can construct beautiful edifices with less than one percent of the nation’s population, how is the government unable to utilize taxes effectively?

The country is constantly borrowing, and we can hardly see where all the money is being used. Leaders need to rethink their approach because it is not working.

Ghana is failing! It's time to speak truth to power so they understand that when Ghana thrives, everyone benefits, not just a select few.