Nigel Gaisie vows to defy ban on preaching in public transport
Prophet Nigel Gaisie, the founder and leader of Prophetic Hill Chapel, has openly declared his intention to ignore a new government directive banning religious preaching within moving public transport vehicles across Ghana. In a public statement released on Tuesday, October 8, 2026, the prominent cleric expressed his outright refusal to comply with the recently enacted regulation. He asserted that his primary commitment is to his spiritual calling, stating that he intends to continue sharing the gospel with passengers regardless of the legal restrictions now in place. The declaration, which was made via a post on Gaisie's official Facebook page, specifically challenged the authorities to enforce the ban against him personally. He indicated that he would board public buses to preach about Jesus Christ, describing the act as a fundamental part of his ministry that cannot be curtailed by secular laws. By inviting law enforcement to "arrest me," Gaisie has positioned his defiance as a matter of religious conviction, suggesting that the mandate to evangelize takes precedence over state-imposed rules regarding conduct in commercial vehicles. This new regulation banning preaching in transit was designed to minimize noise pollution and ensure a more comfortable environment for commuters who may not wish to be subjected to loud sermons during their travels. While some members of the public have welcomed the move as a necessary step toward public order, it has sparked significant debate regarding religious freedom and the limits of state authority. Gaisie’s stance represents a high-profile challenge to the policy, raising questions about how the government will manage enforcement if other religious figures follow his example and continue their activities in defiance of the law.
