- Vice President Bawumia visited Church of Pentecost in Buduburam and Presbyterian Church, Trinity Congregation in Kwashieman on Good Friday.
- He posted pictures of these visits online, citing promotion of inclusivity and shared Christian-Muslim respect for Jesus Christ.
- Social media users reacted critically, accusing him of political maneuvering and questioning his intentions.
- Some critics highlighted church leaders’ silence on controversial issues, like LGBTQ matters, during his visit.
- Reactions included claims of hypocrisy, mockery, and concerns about his blending of religion and politics.
Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has continued to draw online criticism as he makes church visits a part of his campaign trail.
Over Good Friday, he attended services at the Church of Pentecost in Buduburam and the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Trinity Congregation in Kwashieman, where he was treated as a guest of honour.
Bawumia shared pictures of his appearances on social media, framing them as efforts to highlight inclusivity, diversity, and the shared respect both Muslims and Christians hold for Jesus Christ.
However, reactions online were mixed, with some accusing him of using religion for political gain and others questioning his sincerity.
Netizens criticized his church visits as “cheap politics,” expressed disappointment over the silence of church leaders on LGBTQ issues, and questioned his approach to religious practices. Comments ranged from humorous jabs about his church participation to sharper critiques of his perceived hypocrisy.
