Accra: The General Overseer of Christ Revival Baptist Church, Prophet Johnson Adu-Boahen, has made a bold statement concerning the financial prerequisites for being in a relationship. Addressing his congregation, Prophet Adu-Boahen declared that men who earn a monthly salary of GHS3,000 or less should refrain from pursuing romantic relationships.
According to Ghana Web, Prophet Johnson Adu-Boahen emphasized that financial stability is crucial for young men before they consider entering into relationships. He questioned the feasibility of achieving success while managing both a modest income and a relationship. He suggested that the pursuit of romantic interests should be reserved for those with considerable wealth, citing prominent figures like Dr. Osei Kwame Despite, Dr. Kweku Oteng, and Ibrahim Mahama as examples of financially successful individuals who can afford such pursuits.
Prophet Adu-Boahen also highlighted the pressures faced by young men with limited incomes, such as the stress of paying rent and other expenses, and pointed out the irony of aspiring to maintain a relationship under such conditions. He argued that those earning a lower salary should focus on their personal growth and financial stability instead.
Earlier in 2025, Prophet Adu-Boahen expressed his concerns about the low salaries paid to many employees. He criticized employers who offer wages of GHS1,000 or less, labeling such practices as inhumane and detrimental to employees' aspirations. He went as far as to say that such employers are akin to the 'most wicked' individuals within the church community.
In his view, fair compensation is essential for nurturing the dreams and potential of workers, and he urged employers to reconsider their salary structures to ensure a dignified livelihood for their employees. Prophet Adu-Boahen's statements have sparked discussions on the relationship between financial stability and personal relationships, as well as the ethical responsibilities of employers towards their staff.