Best Seer of the Year, Ghanaians Ask Hard Questions as Prophet Ogyaba’s Award Sparks Outrage

The video, widely shared on social media, shows the prophet being presented with the award, and many Ghanaians are asking a simple question: since when did pastors and prophets start competing for awards the way musicians and actors do? For these critics, the sight of men of God lining up for trophies raises uncomfortable questions about what exactly is being celebrated.

The backlash is made heavier by the fact that Prophet Ogyaba has faced several allegations and controversies in the public space. Critics argue that handing such a title to someone dogged by controversy sends the wrong signal, and they are asking what he has actually done for Ghana to deserve the recognition. The question on many lips is blunt: how many lives has he transformed, and what extraordinary contribution has he made to society to earn the title “Best Seer of the Year”?

To be fair, the critics are not saying pastors cannot be recognised for good works. Their point is that awards should be based on genuine achievements, real impact and credibility — not on popularity or the ability to make headlines. When the basis for honouring people becomes unclear, the award itself starts to lose meaning.

The bigger worry is that awards are gradually losing their credibility in Ghana. If people are now being awarded simply for making prophecies, many Ghanaians fear the country is setting a low bar for recognition — and that the truly deserving, who quietly transform lives and communities, will be overlooked. The debate is really about what Ghana chooses to celebrate, and whether those choices still reflect the values the country claims to hold.