Prophesying someone’s death makes you a prophet of doom – Sonnie Badu

Gospel musician and preacher Sonnie Badu has strongly cautioned prophets against declaring people’s deaths in public, particularly after news of the ill-health of Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang.

In a social media post on April 2 2025, Sonnie Badu expressed serious concerns about the growing number of prophets foretelling the deaths of well-known people, describing such behavior as unacceptable.

Sonnie Badu stressed that rather than emphasizing doom and gloom, authentic prophecy should come with wisdom and provide restoration.

“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.

“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 said.

“And I can tell you for free once there is revelation then there is redemption…. Revelation without redemption is not God speaking,” Sonnie Badu added.

He urged prophets to be mindful of the emotional pain such predictions can have on the families of persons involved, encouraging them to mature in their ministry and deliver messages with greater discretion.

“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.”

Turning to the Vice President, Sonnie Badu wished her a speedy recovery.

“To our Vice President, 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,” he added.

His message comes amidst ongoing reports about the Vice President’s health, with certain prophets making false prophecies regarding her well-being.