Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, the General Secretary of the Church of Pentecost, urged Ghana’s youth to take intentional actions in shaping their futures, emphasizing that focused mentorship and self-discipline are essential for the country’s progress.
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During the media launch of the National All Leavers Summit 2025 at Odorgonno Senior High School in Accra on Friday, September 5, Apostle Obuobi stated that fostering the next generation requires a concerted effort from both leaders and young individuals.
“If we truly care about nurturing the next generation today, we must be intentional and purposeful in our efforts,” he told the audience of students, educators, and faith leaders.
The summit, scheduled for Saturday, September 20, will gather graduates of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) for mentorship, prayer, and guidance as they transition to higher education and other endeavors.
This year’s theme, “Focusing, Guiding, and Nurturing the Next Generation Today,” is inspired by Proverbs 22:6, Hosea 4:6, and 1 Chronicles 12:32.
In his speech, Apostle Obuobi emphasized the role of adults in shaping the behavior of youth, citing biblical figures like Moses and Joshua, Elijah and Elisha, and Paul and Timothy as examples.
He noted that leaders should exemplify godliness, authenticity, and patience, while young people should remain open to learning, available, and eager to grow.
“Leading the next generation is not merely about issuing commands; it’s about serving, protecting, and inspiring those who look up to us,” he remarked.
Other speakers, including Pastor Frank Mensah, National Coordinator of the Schools Outreach Ministry, and Pastor Dr. Felix Dela Klutse, Director of Pent Media Centre, stressed the importance of reinstating moral values in education.
They cautioned that prioritizing intellectual achievements without a solid ethical foundation could lead to a “professionalism of vices,” referencing C.S. Lewis’s warning that “education without value…seems rather to make man a cleverer devil.”
