According to the university, Rev Lawrence Tetteh’s remark was “insensitive and highly disappointing. His claims are totally unfounded and not supported by available data.”

Rev Lawrence Tetteh while speaking on GTV’s Breakfast Show on Thursday, October 24, 2024 said “the number of young boys and girls in Legon, who are HIV positive, you will have the biggest shock of your life. This is sad, and I am happy I am saying this on national TV.”

“Some of these young girls and young boys already on campuses, are living promiscuous life and they have already contracted HIV/AIDS,” he said.

“There are people I have prayed for on campus and I am not talking about 10 years, 5 years, 2 years [ago] or infact in the past. This is present, I go to campus a lot, but it is sad. And if some of them tell you how they get into it, because what is happening is that, some of these girls go to the places and then when they come back, they also connect with the boys and girls there, so a lot of people think they are getting a [fresh] boy, a [fresh] girl but …”

But in a press statement dated October 24, 2024 and signed by Dr. Elizier Taiba Ameyaw-Buronyah, the Director of Public Affairs Directorate, the University of Ghana stated that Rev Lawrence Tetteh’s remark was “insensitive and highly disappointing. His claims are totally unfounded and not supported by available data.”

It said it must be noted that public discussions around HIV/AIDS must be grounded in verified facts, not speculation.

“HIV status cannot be determined through counselling or prayer; scientific methods remain the only means for diagnosing infections. Statements made without data-backed evidence mislead the public and risk amplifying fear, stigma and misinformation,” the university stated.

It added that “handling sensitive health information requires the highest ethical standards. Also, linking HIV prevalence to specific demographics or institutions, especially without evidence, leans toward sensationalism rather than meaningful health awareness. Such statements risk undermining the confidentiality of indiiduals who may have entrusted their health information in confidence. It is, therefore, disappointing that Rev. Tetteh, given his standing, would make such comments without regard for the privacy and dignity of those affected.

“The University of Ghana has implemented comprehensive health and wellness measures for the University community, including compulsory medical exams conducted by the University Health Services Directorate and confidential counselling through our Careers and Counselling Directorate for students. Our commitment to a transformative student experience ensures that health, privacy and support services are top priorities on all our campuses.

UG RESPONDS TO UNFOUNDED CLAIMS ON HIV PREVALENCE AMONG STUDENTS BY REV. LAWRENCE TETTEH

Management of the University of Ghana has noted with grave concern the recent public statements by Rev. Lawrence Tetteh regarding alleged HIV infections among students at the University. The University finds his remarks on GTV’s Breakfast Show on Thursday, October 24, 2024, insensitive and highly disappointing. His claims are totally unfounded and not supported by available data.

It must be noted that:

• Public discussions around HIV/AIDS must be grounded in verified facts, not speculation.

• HIV status cannot be determined through counselling or prayer; scientific methods remain the only means for diagnosing infections. Statements made without data-backed evidence mislead the public and risk amplifying fear, stigma and misinformation.

• Handling sensitive health information requires the highest ethical standards. Also, linking HIV prevalence to specific demographics or institutions, especially without evidence, leans toward sensationalism rather than meaningful health awareness. Such statements risk undermining the confidentiality of indiiduals who may have entrusted their health information in confidence. It is, therefore, disappointing that Rev. Tetteh, given his standing, would make such comments without regard for the privacy and dignity of those affected.

• The University of Ghana has implemented comprehensive health and wellness measures for the University community, including compulsory medical exams conducted by the University Health Services Directorate and confidential counselling through our Careers and Counselling Directorate for students. Our commitment to a transformative student experience ensures that health, privacy and support services are top priorities on all our campuses.We assure the University community and the public of our support to all students by providing full access to proper medical care and counselling services. We urge the media and the public to approach sensitive health matters with responsibility and caution, focusing on verified facts rather than unfounded claims.Through this communication, the University expresses its displeasure regarding the discussion on the GTV Breakfast Show and requests an apology and retraction from Rev. Tetteh and GTV.

  Dr. Elizier Taiba Ameyaw-Buronyah
  Director, Public Affairs Directorate

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“We must learn to put Ghana first and not our political parties. The forthcoming election is going to be a test on our level of tolerance and maturity in our democratic process.”

“Democracy and election must not be war because kings, priests and political leaders are enthroned by God and not by the ballot box. Patriotism is required of every Ghanaian to move this nation forward. Let us vote wisely,” he stressed.

Dr Tetteh said this during a media briefing on his 31-day National Prayer and Healing Rally organised from May 01 to May 30, 2024.

The Prayer rally is dubbed “This Nonsense Must Stop.” It is a non-denominational event aimed at bringing together religious leaders and worshippers to pray for Ghana.

Dr Tetteh said the purpose of the 31-day prayer rally was to seek God’s intervention in the face of “challenges and nonsense” in the country.

He said that the country could not be salvaged through politics or economic structures, but rather through divine intervention.

“There is no gain saying that our politics, our economy and our educational systems, our professional and religious institutions are in crisis. This is the reason why we must pray in these crucial times. A prayerless nation is a powerless nation,” he added.

Dr Tetteh called for an end to what he described as a culture of insults that had taken over the country’s airwaves, saying that it was unacceptable for political forums to be used for insults, provocations and character assassination.

He also urged the country’s political, traditional and religious leaders to speak up and act against society’s ills.

According to him, the silence of leaders, especially religious leaders on national issues such as the LGBTQ and illegal mining, was emboldening perpetrators of those acts to continue their activities without reproach.

“It is very sad that our political leaders are being distracted and playing politics with these issues, whereas our religious and traditional leaders looked unconcerned.”

“Posterity will judge us if we don’t address this and stand up to do what is right for our nation. We must stand together in a massive united front to confront this canker,” he stressed.

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His motivation to support the driver is due to the zeal and selflessness shown by Mr Ackon.

“I am happy to support him in any way. If he is going to buy a new car, we can help him with the difference to get a good car. This is a moral story. These are things we need in Ghana. This is not a greedy person ……at the back of somebody’s expense. I need to support him” Rev. Tetteh said.

Driver Ackon became a topic for discussion on social media platforms, after the Editor in Chief of the Fourth Estate, Manesseh Azure Awuni called on prominent people in the country to support the driver beyond words of appreciation.

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A number of people reached out to help. Among them was the Vice president, Dr. Mahmoud Bawumia who donated GH¢20,000 to reward Mr. Ackon for his honesty and exemplary show of integrity.

Speaking with Kafui Dey on the GTV Breakfast Show, Rev. Lawrence Tetteh encouraged Vice President Bawumia to introduce the taxi driver to past and present leaders of the country to encourage other Ghanaians to emulate the act of kindness.

“I want to recommend it. The Vice President should not send a message. He should meet him physically. The President should shake hands with him. Former President should shake hands with him. He should go to former President Kufuor’s house. He should be hosted. These are things that he will take pictures with and it will encourage others. We can also receive him here” he stated.

Rev. Tetteh thanked the parents of the taxi driver for the good upbringing.

“We should not forget to congratulate his parents for a good upbringing. This is a moral thing. His wife and all around him has helped in doing the right thing. This is what we need in the country” he opined.

The conferment was done on behalf of President Áder by the Hungarian Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Tamás Fehér, at a brief and colourful ceremony on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at the Hungary Embassy in Accra.

Dr. Tetteh was honoured by the Hungarian government for his outstanding performance and instrumentality in building the bilateral and business relationship between Ghana and Hungary.

Conferring the Honour on Dr Tetteh, the Hungarian Ambassador mentioned that this was the second time a Ghanaian is receiving this award in the history of Hungary.

Addressing the gathering, the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, H.E. Claudia Turbay Quintero, said the award was in recognition of Dr. Tetteh’s uniqueness in every sphere of life.

She added that Dr. Tetteh’s leadership was exemplary and worthy of emulation.

Former President of Ghana, H.E. John Agyekum Kufuor, who graced the occasion, underscored that Dr. Tetteh was deserving of the award.

He contended that Dr. Tetteh contributed immensely towards the opening of the Hungarian Embassy in Ghana.

“Rev. Tetteh is the embodiment of the relations between the two countries—Ghana and Hungary,” former President Kufuor noted.

On her part, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Honourable Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, admitted that Dr. Tetteh has been of great help to her commending him for his passion for the Ghana – Hungary relationship and how this can be harnessed for the mutual benefit of their friendship.

In a brief remark, Dr. Tetteh, who is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) , a tele- Evangelist, Philanthropist and Counsellor, expressed appreciation for the honour done him, and dedicated the award to God.
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“If you have the opportunity to do something, do it with your all. The relationship between Ghana and Hungary is through the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC),” he stressed.

He, however, pointed out that “any politician who does not love and fear God, does not merit your vote.”

Below are some pictures from the event:

The visit, according to the actress, was to receive God’s anointing as she launches a new project.

Taking to her Instagram page, the actress, born Rosemond Brown, shared a photo from the visit which captured her in a warm pose with the man of God.

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In her caption, she declared how blessed she feels, following the meeting.

She wrote: Papa I’m blessed to receive your anointing tonight before launching my new project tomorrow daddy Reverend Dr Lawrence Tetteh I’m indeed blessed ?.

Rev Tetteh made these remarks on Wednesday during a press briefing in Accra concerning his upcoming 31-Day Prayer Rally dubbed: “This Nonsense Must Stop.”

“Our nation will not be saved by politics or economic structures. It will only be saved through the divine intervention of God. We need the intervention of God like never before. We must rise and pray for God to restore our nation to its full glory. There is no gain saying that our politics, our economy, and our educational systems, our professional and religious institutions are in crisis.”

“This is the reason why we must pray in these crucial times. I, therefore, invite people from all walks of life to join hands with us as we seek the face of God in prayer, for divine intervention. A prayerless nation is a powerless nation. Restoration and true hope can only come from God,” he said.

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The event will take place from Saturday, May 1, 2021 to Monday, May 31, 2021, at the Fountain of Life Auditorium, Christian Village, Accra, at 0600 hours each day.

He explained that the starting time had been carefully chosen to enable workers to pass through and pray, before embarking on their working day.

Rev Tetteh said the programme was a non-denominational Prayer Fest aimed at bringing together religious leaders and worshippers, to pray and to address every evil agenda formed against the nation Ghana, to undermine the economic and socio-political agenda of the country.

“Our nation today is beset with challenges of every kind and vices which seek to undermine its development and to derail our economic progress which is why I say, ‘This Nonsense Must Stop!’”

Dr Tetteh was named the officiating Pastor of Ebony’s funeral ceremony on Friday (March 9) at a press conference in Accra.
Speaking at the press conference, the President of the Musicians Union of Ghana, (MUSIGA), Bice Osei Kufuor, popularly known as Obuor, who spoke on behalf of Ebony’s family announced that the funeral will be preceded by a tribute and vigil concert on March 23 at the La Trade Fair Centre in Accra.
The MUSIGA President added that the concert will provide musicians who may not be able to attend the funeral the opportunity to perform in her honour.
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Mr Kufuor said that after the vigil, all the fans will be conveyed to the funeral grounds the next day for the funeral.
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