Samuel Ansong 
Elder Professor Bernard Kumi-Boateng of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) in Tarkwa, Ghana, moved attendeees of the Greater Accra Unleashed Crusade at the Black Star Square, Accra, on Wednesday night [August 21, 2024] with the gloomy story of his humble beginnings.
Prof. Kumi-Boateng revealed that despite a curse pronounced on his family, which was disclosed to him through prophecy during his senior high school days, his strong faith in Jesus Christ transformed his life. He emotionally recounted how his father confirmed the curse, stating that no one in their family could ever complete senior high school. However, through the power of Jesus Christ, he not only completed his secondary education but also advanced to tertiary level, ultimately earning a PhD and becoming a professor.
‘Today, I am here to testify to what the Lord has done for me. I started as a toilet cash collector (toilet attendant), but today, the Lord has made me a professor and a wealthy person. Because of this, I am not ashamed of the gospel, no matter how far I have come in my education and life,’ he declared.
Prof. Kumi-Boateng encouraged the youth who are struggling to find their way to rely on Jesus Christ and the power of His salvation to achieve their own testimonies. He emphasised that if Jesus Christ could save him from abject poverty, He could do the same for them and give them a brighter future.
He also urged those who consider themselves sinners to reconcile with Jesus Christ to find new hope.
Who is Elder Prof. Bernard Kumi-Boateng?
Professor Bernard Kumi-Boateng is an Associate Professor in Geomatic Engineering at the Unveristy of Mines and Technology (UMaT), Tarkwa. He is also the Dean of Students at the university. His research interests include land and compensation surveys, mines surveys, image processing and analysis, data visualization, and vegetation and carbon mapping.
Prof. Kumi-Boateng has made significant contributions to the field of geospatial technology, including the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for mapping poverty-endemic areas. He has published numerous research papers and has been recognised for his academic achievements and community service.
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