In a significant national appointment that reflects both spiritual leadership and professional excellence, former General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle (Ing.) Alexander Kumi-Larbi, has been named the new Chair of the Ghana Prisons Service Council.

The announcement, reported by Joy News, has been met with commendation across religious, civic, and governmental circles. Apostle Kumi-Larbi’s appointment was officially confirmed during a brief ceremony held at the Ministry of the Interior, where dignitaries from various sectors, including security services and faith-based organizations, gathered to witness the inauguration of the new Council.

Apostle Alexander Kumi-Larbi, an ordained minister and a professional engineer by training, served as the General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost for eight transformative years. His tenure was marked by remarkable administrative leadership, infrastructure development, and strategic collaborations between the church and state—particularly in areas such as prisons ministry, youth empowerment, and social transformation.

The Prisons Service Council plays a crucial role in shaping policies, overseeing management, and supporting the welfare and reform efforts of Ghana’s correctional institutions. With Apostle Kumi-Larbi at the helm, many believe the council will be infused with a strong sense of vision, compassion, and integrity.

In his address, Apostle Kumi-Larbi expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to serve the nation in this new capacity. He emphasized the need for a holistic approach to prison reform that prioritizes rehabilitation over punishment, education over exclusion, and hope over despair. He also reaffirmed his commitment to leveraging his experience in church leadership and engineering management to strengthen the Prisons Service’s mission.

This appointment is also a testament to the Church of Pentecost’s growing influence in national development. Under the leadership of its recent executives, the Church has consistently partnered with the government on issues of moral renewal, infrastructure development, and prison support, including the construction of ultra-modern prison facilities.

As Apostle (Ing.) Kumi-Larbi steps into this vital national role, Ghanaians from all walks of life are hopeful that his leadership will bring a new dawn of transformation to Ghana’s correctional system.