The Ghana Baptist Convention (GBC) Ministers’ Conference has called for comprehensive reforms in education, the digital space, and environmental management to curb rising indiscipline in the country.

The Reverend Victor Brew, Conference President, GBC, observed that Christianity had made significant contributions to Ghana with 71.3 per cent of Ghanaians professing to be Christians.

Despite these contributions, he said, there was the need to examine the depth of its impact as morality among some Ghanaians kept declining.

Speaking at the opening of the 63^rd Annual Refresher Course Retreat and Business Session 2026 at Ejura in the Ashanti Region, he said “our nation is currently confronted with several critical social, moral, and infrastructure challenges that require deliberate attention and coordinated action”.

He mentioned that screen addiction among toddlers and children had become an increasing concern, as excessive exposure to digital devices was affecting early childhood development, social skills, and learning abilities.

There is an urgent need for parental guidance, public education, and appropriate policies to ensure healthy and balanced use of technology among young children.

On education, Rev Brew noted that examination malpractice continued to undermine the integrity of our educational system.

“This practice erodes moral values, diminishes the credibility of academic qualifications, and weakens the foundation of national development.

Addressing this issue requires strict enforcement of laws, ethical reorientation, and a renewed commitment to honesty and excellence in education”, he counseled.

According to him, the persistent challenges of illegal mining (galamsey) and betting among the youth posed serious threats to both the environment and the moral fabric of society.

Galamsey has led to severe environmental degradation, while uncontrolled betting reflects deeper issues of unemployment, hopelessness, and weakened value systems among the youth.

Sustainable youth empowerment, effective regulation, and moral education are critical responses.

The Conference President however used the occasion to commend the government for the significant improvement in the road network along the Accra-Kumasi corridor.

He said these developments have greatly enhanced road safety, improved mobility, and contributed positively to economic activity.

The Conference also acknowledged the reliable and well-developed air transport system that has been put in place.

This improvement has strengthened both national and international connectivity and continues to support economic growth, tourism, and social development.

The three-day conference themed “the Disciple-Making Minister: Holy and Competent, Reflecting Christ to World” was to train and nurture Baptist Ministers to focus on professional development.