The leadership of Prayer Palace International, led by its Founder and Lead Pastor, Prophet Emmanuel Adjei, has raised concerns over an ongoing land ownership dispute involving a Chinese developer whom the church alleges has commenced construction activities on a parcel of land it legally acquired in 2019.
Addressing the media at a press conference on Monday, June 15, Prophet Emmanuel Adjei recounted the circumstances surrounding the acquisition of the property, insisting that the land was lawfully purchased from the Numo Kofi Anum Family of Teshie, whom the church recognizes as the rightful custodians of the land. According to the church, the family provided all the necessary documentation confirming the sale and ownership of the property, which was subsequently presented to the church’s leadership.
The church claims that despite these ownership documents, the Chinese developer has entered the property and commenced construction works. Church officials further allege that the development is being undertaken with the authorization of another individual who is also laying claim to the land, reportedly with the support of persons believed to be land guards.
According to the church, the matter was reported to the Ghana Police Service and subsequently referred to the Property Fraud Unit (PFU) for investigations to determine the rightful owner of the property. Church representatives stated that all parties involved were instructed to stay away from the land for one week while investigations were ongoing.
However, the church alleges that construction activities continued during the period despite the directive, a development it says has heightened concerns among members of the congregation. The church also expressed dissatisfaction with what it described as inadequate enforcement measures during the ownership verification process.
Church leaders further stated that what was intended to become a place of hope for the community, including a school, a hospital, and a sanctuary for future generations is now under serious threat. They alleged that certain politically connected individuals are attempting to facilitate the transfer of the church’s legitimately acquired land to the Chinese developer.
During the media engagement, the church leadership reiterated that the Numo Kofi Anum Family has reaffirmed the church’s ownership and interest in the land. They called on the appropriate authorities to ensure that the matter is handled through due process and resolved in a fair, transparent, and lawful manner.
The leadership further expressed confidence in Ghana’s judicial system and appealed for the protection of the property while investigations and legal proceedings continue.
The dispute has generated significant concern among members of Prayer Palace International, with church leaders indicating that more than 2,500 congregants are closely following developments. They are urging the Ghana Police Service and other relevant authorities to expedite investigations and ensure that the rule of law prevails as ownership claims over the property are determined.
