Pastor Kyiri Abosom declares there’s no heaven, no hell
Founder of the Ghana Union Movement (GUM), Christian Kwabena Andrews, popularly known as Osofo Kyiri Abosom, has reignited public debate after challenging long-held Christian teachings on heaven and hell.
The cleric and politician, who has led the Life Assembly Worship Centre for decades, argued during an interview on Kasapa FM that the widely held belief in heaven as a physical destination is not supported by his interpretation of scripture.
According to him, many Christians have been taught to view heaven and hell as specific places where people go after death, but he believes that understanding is inaccurate. Andrews maintained that judgment occurs when a person dies and not through residence in a physical heaven or hell.
He further suggested that the human soul becomes a spiritual entity after death and therefore would not require a physical location in the manner often described by religious teachings.
The comments have generated widespread discussion, with many Christians expressing disagreement with his position while others have defended his right to offer alternative interpretations of biblical teachings.
The remarks are the latest in a series of controversial statements from the outspoken preacher, who has previously questioned traditional Christian doctrines and urged believers to focus more on how they live their lives on earth than on expectations of the afterlife.
Beyond his religious work, Andrews entered politics in 2019 when he established the Ghana Union Movement, presenting the party as an alternative to Ghana’s two dominant political parties. He subsequently contested the 2020 and 2024 presidential elections on the party’s ticket.
His latest comments have once again placed him at the centre of national conversation, drawing reactions from religious leaders, political observers and social media users alike.
While supporters describe him as a religious reformist willing to challenge established beliefs, critics argue that his views depart sharply from mainstream Christian doctrine.
The debate has renewed discussion about faith, biblical interpretation and the role of religious leaders in shaping public discourse in Ghana, where Christianity remains the faith of the majority of the population.
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