Catholic Church honours Speaker of Parliament
THE Wa Diocese of the Catholic Church has honoured the Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, for his enduring legacy as a leader rooted in wisdom and service.
The recognition was conferred during a Eucharistic Celebration held in his honour at the Chapel of the Bishop of the Wa Diocese on January 30, 2026.
In a sermon, the Bishop of the Wa Diocese, Most Rev. Francis Bomansaan, M.Afr., commended the Speaker for his exceptional statesmanship and deep commitment to the welfare of the underprivileged.
According to the Bishop, both the Upper West Region and Ghana as a whole are privileged to have a selfless servant leader and devoted Catholic serving as Speaker of Parliament.
A citation presented to Mr Bagbin read in part: “Cast in the mould of a Christ-like leader, you are a paragon of humility, service, love and integrity. In an era where truth and integrity are rare among public servants, you stand out as a towering figure whose honesty is a light guiding society out of darkness.”
In a brief response, Mr Bagbin expressed gratitude to the Church for the honour and appealed for continued prayers and spiritual guidance for the leadership of the country.
He noted that the Catholic Church had played a significant role in Ghana’s development, particularly in underserved regions such as the Upper West.
Describing the Church as a foundation stone of development in Northern Ghana, the Speaker praised its contributions to education and healthcare, noting that it runs some of the best schools and health facilities in the region.
Mr Bagbin encouraged the Church to continue catering for both the spiritual and material needs of the underprivileged and pledged Parliament’s continued support for the noble initiatives of religious bodies and organisations across the country.
The ceremony concluded with prayers led by the Bishop and a congregation of priests, who invoked God’s blessings and good health upon the Speaker.
BY TIMES REPORTER
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