Prophesying someone’s death does not make you powerful – Sonnie Badu Urges Wisdom in Prophecies

UK-based Ghanaian gospel musician and preacher, Sonnie Badu, has advised prophets to exercise greater discretion and wisdom when delivering sensitive prophecies—particularly those involving death.

His remarks come in the wake of recent viral videos showing some men of God claiming that there is a looming “death haunt” around the presidency. These videos surfaced around the same time a press release announced that Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang was ill and had to seek further medical attention abroad, raising public concern.

Reflecting on the emotional toll that bereavement can bring even to men of God, the singer wrote:  “I have seen, in recent times, prophets lose family members, and when you see how devastated and broken they were, you would understand that losing a family member is no joke.”

The award-winning musician stressed that prophesying death does not prove spiritual strength, but instead risks sowing fear and distress, especially when shared publicly without caution.

“Dear major and minor prophets, there is something called the word of wisdom, which simply means that whatever you see, you should speak with wisdom. Prophesying someone’s death does not make you powerful; rather, it makes you a prophet of doom,” he wrote in his post.

The ‘Baba’ hitmaker  further added, “I can tell you for free once there is revelation then there is redemption…. Revelation without redemption is not God speaking.”

Sonnie Badu went on to urge all prophets—regardless of status—to consider the emotional impact such prophecies have on families and the general public.

“I plead with all prophets, both major and minor, to apply wisdom because the people you mention have family members, and such prophecies bring fear. As you grow, you mature in the things of God.”

The gospel singer also used the moment to extend his heartfelt wishes to Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang. Sharing a photo of her, he wrote

“Mummy, get well soon. Please take time to rest. The truth is, you gave your all during the campaign and have not rested. I am praying for you. Love you loads, Mummy.”

His post has added to the ongoing discussion about responsible prophecy and the importance of compassion, especially when national figures are involved.