Perez Chapel International Founder and Prelate Charles Agyinasare has attained a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business from Transcontinental University.
The graduation ceremony, which conferred the academic laurel on him and four other Ghanaian graduates, was held at the GTEC Hall in Accra on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
His doctoral dissertation was titled: “Exploration of leadership influence on contemporary claims of divine healing and miracles: Focus on a global evangelist from Ghana.”
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He graduated alongside four other Ghanaians: Ballu Mamudu, Lutfah Issah, Lutfia Saeed Jamal, and Andrews Ayiku.
President Mahama’s Message
In a special presidential message delivered by Presidential Advisor on the Economy, Mr. Seth Terkper, President John Dramani Mahama expressed regret at his inability to attend the ceremony in person.
He described the occasion as a significant milestone not only in academic achievement but also in leadership, service, and national development. According to the President, the achievement comes at a time when Ghana increasingly values knowledge, innovation, and ethical leadership.
President Mahama reflected warmly on his long-standing relationship with Archbishop Agyinasare, describing it as one rooted in mutual respect, shared history, and enduring friendship. From their early connections, including ties to Tamale, to years of engagement in both public and private spheres, he noted that the Archbishop has been “a good friend, a counsellor, and a guide.”
He acknowledged benefiting personally from the Archbishop’s counsel, particularly during moments requiring resilience and perspective. He emphasized that Agyinasare’s guidance has consistently highlighted that leadership is defined not only by success but by the ability to rise again and serve with renewed purpose.
The President further praised the Archbishop as an exemplary spiritual leader with a strong moral voice, courage, and clarity, noting his ability to make profound spiritual truths practical and relevant to everyday life.
Beyond his spiritual work, the President highlighted Agyinasare’s broader impact through mentorship, global church establishment, philanthropy, education, and youth development. He particularly commended his role in founding a university that integrates skills training with moral formation.
He added: “This PhD in Business is not merely a personal achievement; it is a national asset.”
President Mahama stressed that Ghana needs leaders who can combine ethical conviction with strategic thinking and spiritual insight with economic innovation. He noted that Agyinasare’s academic advancement uniquely positions him to contribute to national development.
He concluded by encouraging all graduands to pursue excellence with integrity and contribute meaningfully to the nation.
Chief Justice’s Remarks
Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, speaking at the ceremony, emphasised the significance of such academic milestones.
He remarked that such moments deserve to be witnessed and remembered, noting that a PhD journey demands patience, clarity of thought, and strong conviction. He added that the degrees awarded were well-earned and could withstand scrutiny, encouraging the graduates to carry their titles with pride and confidence.
Valedictorian Speech by Archbishop Agyinasare
Delivering his valedictorian address, Archbishop Agyinasare shared a deeply personal reflection on his academic journey: “Today I stand here with a deep gratitude to God and with a heart of humility. Some years ago, I gave one of my books to an academic for review and his response was painfully direct. He said: ‘You just took people’s ideas and put your name on them.’ Those words stung. They challenged me. They wounded my pride but they also awakened something in me – what felt like rejection became redirection.”
“That painful moment put me beyond simply admiring ideas to wrestling with them, beyond repeating knowledge to producing scholarship and beyond inspiration to disciplined research. That one experience became one of the turning points of my life. I did not pursue this PHD merely to add a title to my name. I pursued it because I had long carried a burden in my heart. I wanted the supernatural in academic and the marketplace.
I have always believed that faith should not be confined to the pulpit. I believe that divine insight, ethical leadership, wisdom, healing, service and transformational influence belong not only to the church but also in the boardroom, in institutions, in communities, and in nations.
That conviction shaped my doctoral journey.
“Through my dissertation, I explored leadership influenced on contemporary claims of divine healing and miracles. In that work, I sought to bridge theology and leadership science, spirituality and organisational development, faith and socio-cultural responsibility. I wanted to show that true leadership is not just charisma, it is character. It is not just influence, it is integrity. It is not just vision, it is structure. It is not just inspiration, it is accountability.
“This journey also stretched me beyond the dissertation itself into peer-review scholarship deepening my voice as a researcher and reflective practitioner and for that reason, I remain profoundly grateful to the Professors and leaders who guided me – my academic mentors. The journey demanded at least 90 essays ordiscussions of no fewer than 500 words each, at least 12 short papers of a minimum of 1000 words each, about 10 reflection journals of 500 words each, 10 model projects of 3000 words each with peer-reviewed citations and 10 oral presentations, culminating in a 371-page dissertation and its oral defence. “It was earned through difficult lessons, honest feedback and the humility to begin again when necessary. It was earned while balancing rigourous scholarship with ministry, leadership, service and responsibility.
Behind every completed chapter lay many unfinished pages, behind every commendation were many private battles, and behind this public celebraton is a long and demanding story of hard work and that is why today, even as I stand here, as valedictorian, I do not stand here alone. I stand with my fellow Ghanaian graduates, Drs Ballu Mamudu, Lutfah Issah, Lutfia Saeed Jamal and Andrews Ayiku. I salute your determined efforts.”
Source:TheDotNews