The General Overseer of Potter’s City Church, Prophet Nanasei Opoku-Sarkodie, has called for an end to flashy weddings and receptions, describing them as unnecessary and financially damaging to young couples.
This comes after Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams, Founder and General Overseer of Action Chapel International, ignited widespread conversation after strongly discouraging extravagant weddings, insisting that “wedding is not marriage.”
In a video shared on the church’s official X page on January 23, 2026, Prophet Opoku-Sarkodie said loud and extravagant weddings organised by many young people have become a misplaced priority, often draining resources that should be used to build stable marriages.
According to him, churches must take responsibility by discouraging lavish ceremonies and ensuring couples are financially prepared before marriage.
“We should cancel loud weddings with receptions when people are going to get married,” he stated.
Prophet Nanasei argued that many couples organise flamboyant weddings despite having limited financial resources, sometimes relying on borrowed money to fund the celebration.
“How can you go and have a flamboyant wedding when there is just GHS5000 in your bank account?” he asked, questioning the wisdom of such spending.
He noted that the pressure to meet societal expectations around weddings has caused many young people to delay marriage, even when they are emotionally and mentally ready to settle down.
The pastor further suggested that churches should request bank statements from prospective couples to assess their financial readiness for marriage, stressing that marriage goes beyond a one-day celebration.
Sharing his personal experience, Prophet Opoku-Sarkodie revealed that he avoided spending heavily on his own wedding, choosing instead to save funds for the future of his marriage.
According to him, although some individuals offered financial support for a reception, he saved the money rather than spending it.
“I didn’t pay anything. I was very wise. I saved the money in my bank account,” he said.
He added that this decision has contributed to his financial stability and described himself as “not a waster,” urging young couples to focus on long-term security rather than short-term display.
The comments have reignited debate on social media, with some agreeing that modest weddings encourage financial discipline, while others argue that wedding celebrations are a personal and cultural choice.
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