As public debate swirled around Prophet ElBernard after his political prophecy failed to materialise, gospel musician Sonnie Badu emerged with a firm message of reassurance and solidarity.
The founder and lead pastor of Spiritlife Revival Ministries, Prophet Bernard ElBernard Nelson-Eshun, had predicted that businessman and politician Kennedy Agyapong would win the New Patriotic Party’s presidential primaries held on January 31. The race, however, ended with former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia securing victory, a result that sparked criticism and renewed scrutiny of the prophecy.
Amid the backlash, Sonnie Badu turned to social media to publicly defend the cleric, insisting that ElBernard’s long-standing reputation should not be overshadowed by a single moment. He portrayed the prophet as a figure whose credibility and influence were built steadily over time, largely away from controversy.
“For many years, you were silent, and your works spoke for you. You are a man of integrity without blemish, and your large congregation is proof that you are trusted by God,” Badu wrote.
He went on to suggest that the sharp reactions had more to do with jealousy than the prophecy itself, noting that visibility and success often draw opposition.
“Brother, hear me, what you have has made you an envy and the truth of the matter is that you are quite high in the rankings, hence generating a lot of enemies.
“THIS TOO SHALL PASS! In our last conversation, we laughed over how people can pay their way to power and silly mistakes people make in their past not knowing their future. (Some mistakes are costly),” he said.
After Prophet ElBernard announced plans to step back temporarily from ministry activities, Badu encouraged him to rest and reset abroad, stressing that his integrity and work continue to be respected outside Ghana.
“I beg, take a break, come to America. You are needed and valued. Some come without invitation and they still don’t get the opportunity because they lack integrity. You are fully booked so much so that you cancelled and couldn’t accept a lot,” Sonnie Badu wrote.
