Founder and leader of Glorious Wave Church International, Prophet Emmanuel Badu Kobi, has reportedly been hospitalised after collapsing in the early hours of Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
According to a report by GhanaWeb, the preacher is said to have suddenly collapsed, prompting concerns among those around him. He was subsequently taken to a medical facility for treatment and observation.
Details about the circumstances surrounding the incident remain limited, and information about his current condition has not been extensively disclosed. As a result, reports concerning his health should be treated with caution until further information is provided by his family, church representatives or medical professionals.
The reported incident comes at a particularly challenging period for the popular Ghanaian preacher, who has remained in the public spotlight in recent months over a number of personal and financial issues.
In May 2026, Badu Kobi publicly acknowledged that he was experiencing financial difficulties. During an interview on Power FM, he said he had sold some of his vehicles to settle debts but described the situation as temporary. He expressed confidence that the difficulties would eventually pass.
The prophet also indicated at the time that there were both spiritual and natural dimensions to the challenges he was experiencing, suggesting that he would explain the situation more fully when the difficulties had passed.
His financial situation has attracted considerable public attention, particularly amid reports concerning properties associated with his church and family.
In another development, Badu Kobi’s estranged wife, Gloria Kobi, secured a court order in May 2026 seeking the preservation of properties she described as jointly acquired matrimonial assets. The properties reportedly included the premises of Glorious Wave Church International, a matrimonial home in Sakumono, several houses, vehicles and an interest in an oil company.
Despite the controversies surrounding him, Badu Kobi has continued to maintain a public presence. He has also remained outspoken on political and religious matters and has spoken publicly about his relationship with President John Dramani Mahama and the governing National Democratic Congress.
In May, he claimed that he had played a role in encouraging the late President John Evans Atta Mills to select John Mahama as his running mate ahead of the 2008 general election. He said he believed his advice was divinely inspired and contributed to Mahama’s eventual political rise.
Badu Kobi has been a prominent figure in Ghana’s religious landscape for years, attracting a large following through his preaching, prophecies and public commentary. His statements on politics, relationships and social issues have frequently generated discussion beyond the church community.
News of his reported collapse has therefore attracted attention from members of his congregation, supporters and social media users.
At the time of reporting, there has been no detailed public medical account explaining what caused the collapse. It is also unclear how long he will remain under medical care or when he is expected to resume his normal activities.
Supporters and members of the Glorious Wave Church International are expected to await further updates on the preacher’s condition as information becomes available.
The reported hospitalisation serves as a reminder that, regardless of public status, health emergencies can occur unexpectedly. For now, the focus remains on Badu Kobi’s recovery while his followers await an official update from those close to him.
Watch the video showing him taking care at the hospital below:
Founder of the Glorious Wave Church International, Prophet Badu Kobi, has reportedly been rushed to the hospital and is currently receiving treatment at the emergency section of an unnamed private health facility.
Colleague preacher, Seer 1 General, who visited him, has shared… pic.twitter.com/UMWbekqQxr
— SIKAOFFICIAL🦍 (@SIKAOFFICIAL1) August 11, 2026
Source: Thepressradio.com
