By Edward Dankwah, GNA
Accra, October 23, GNA – The Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana (EPCG), has endorsed the appointment of a principal for the E.P. College of Education, Amedzofe (AMECO), urging the Avatime Traditional Council (ATC) to use legitimate channels to address its concerns.
The Church said its position was in compliance with decisions of the College’s Governing Council and the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC).
In a statement signed by Rev. Dr. Lawson Dzanku, Clerk of the General Assembly, the Church said it had taken note of a press conference organised by the Council on October 17, 2026.
It said the conference, presided over by Osie Adza Tekpor VII, President of the Council, called on the Governing Council to prioritise the appointment of Prof. Shine Lilian Gifty Agbevivi as Principal of the College.
The Church also acknowledged a letter from the Traditional Council requesting the Governing Council to reconsider and reverse its resolution communicated to GTEC concerning the appointment.
The letter, titled “Reconsideration and Support for the Appointment of Prof. Shine Lilian Gifty Agbevivi as Principal,” reportedly accused the College’s Principal and some Governing Council members of unfair treatment towards Prof. Agbevivi.
The ATC described Prof. Agbevivi as a daughter of Avatime and an accomplished educationist.
However, the EPCG said the processes for searching and appointing principals of colleges of education were governed by Section 17(1) of the Colleges of Education Act, 2012 (Act 847), and Article 195(3) of the 1992 Constitution.
It said the Church, acting in accordance with the decisions of the Governing Council and GTEC, endorsed the current appointment.
The EPCG noted that it established AMECO in February 1946 and had since served as a key stakeholder in the institution’s development.
It said its relationship with the chiefs and people of Amedzofe, the ATC and other Avatime communities had been cordial over the years.
The Church urged the Traditional Council, which it described as a reputable traditional institution, not to allow the matter to be influenced by tribalism or divisive politics.
It said citizens of Avatime had served and continued to serve in leadership positions within the EPCG, adding that the issue should be addressed through constructive dialogue.
The statement urged the ATC and persons acting on its behalf to desist from threats and actions that could undermine the peaceful atmosphere within the College and the Amedzofe community.
It appealed to the chiefs of Amedzofe, opinion leaders and residents to accept whoever was appointed Principal to safeguard peaceful coexistence and harmonious relations.
The EPCG said it remained committed to maintaining a cordial relationship with the traditional authorities and people of Avatime while supporting the College’s administration and development.
GNA
Edited by Kenneth Odeng Adade