The Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Ghana has recognised Togbe Adza Nye IV, the Dutorfia of the Ziavi Traditional Area and former Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Oil Company, for his philanthropic contributions. A delegation led by the Moderator of the General Assembly of the E.P. Church, Rt Rev Dr Lt Col Bliss Kofi Agbeko, presented a special citation scroll to Togbe Adza Nye at his residence in Ziavi Dzogbe in the Ho Municipality.
The presentation symbolises the recognition of Togbe Adza Nye’s contribution to the development of the E.P. Church and its schools in the Ziavi Traditional Area. It was part of the recognition given to distinguished individuals during the 178th General Assembly. Rt Rev Dr Lt Col Bliss Kofi Agbeko highlighted how Togbe Adza Nye committed resources to the re-roofing of the E.P. Church chapel in Ziavi Dzogbe on three consecutive occasions.
Togbe Adza Nye’s philanthropic efforts also extend to the basic schools in the area, with initiatives aimed at improving education. Rt Rev Dr Lt Col Bliss Kofi Agbeko explained that Togbe Adza Nye had also supported the Methodist Church in his jurisdiction in diverse ways. He prayed for God’s blessing on Togbe Adza Nye to enable him to continue his philanthropy for the benefit of humanity.
Rt Rev Dr Lt Col Bliss Kofi Agbeko entreated other communities to accept the church, promising that establishing the church would not only bring the salvation of the Lord but also promote health and education. He noted that the church's presence would bring multiple benefits, including health facilities and schools.
Togbe Adza Nye recounted that the Bremen Mission, which transformed into the E.P. Church, and the Roman Catholic Church played significant roles in bringing civilisation to the Volta Region through introducing formal education. He said his support was a way of performing his duty as caretaker of his community, which includes the church.
The Acting President of the Ziavi Traditional Area and Dufia of Ziavi-Lume, Togbe Adza Kwadzo III, stressed the keen interest of the Ziavi Chiefs in the well-being and development of the church. He assured the church of the lifetime membership of the chiefs and their commitment to supporting it.
The recognition of Togbe Adza Nye IV by the E.P. Church highlights the impact of philanthropy in community development. Key points include:
Key points
- The E.P. Church recognised Togbe Adza Nye IV for his philanthropic contributions to the church and schools in the Ziavi Traditional Area.
- Togbe Adza Nye IV supported the re-roofing of the E.P. Church chapel and initiated projects to improve education in basic schools.
- The Ziavi Traditional Area Chiefs expressed their commitment to supporting the E.P. Church, citing its role in bringing civilisation and development to the area.
