Rev. H. L. Anang (1868–1952), popularly known as Osofo Apau, was a pioneering Ghanaian Presbyterian minister from Apirede in Akuapem. He holds an important place in the religious, educational and historical heritage of Apirede.

Rev. Anang was educated at the Akropong Seminary, where he prepared for a life of service in the church. He began his professional career as a teacher before entering full-time Christian ministry. On 24 February 1918, he was ordained as a Reverend Minister at Apirede. His ordination was conducted by the Revs P. Hall, N. Clerk, N. Asare and James Afari, acting by order of the Home Committee.

His ordination was particularly significant in the history of the Presbyterian Church in the Gold Coast. Historical records identify Rev. H. L. Anang as the first Ghanaian Presbyterian minister to be ordained by indigenous Ghanaian ministers after the departure of foreign ministers during the First World War. His ordination therefore represented an important development in the growth of indigenous Christian leadership in Ghana.

Throughout his ministry, Rev. Anang served in a number of communities and Presbyterian stations. Among the places where he had the privilege of serving were Kwanyarko, Bobikuma, Mangoase, Amanokrom, Aseseeso, Larteh, Apirede, Boso, Anum, Berekum and Suhum. His years of service brought him into contact with many communities and contributed to the development of the Presbyterian Church and Christian education in the areas where he worked.

On 14 September 1922, Rev. H. L. Anang became engaged to Mama Rosa Oparebea. They were married on 14 December 1922 at the Boso Basel Mission Chapel, beginning a family life that accompanied his continued service to the church and community.

Beyond his work as a minister, Rev. Anang also took an interest in preserving the history and traditions of his community. He documented aspects of Apirede’s history, traditional religion, chiefs, migrations and community life, leaving behind valuable material for understanding the heritage of Apirede and its people.

After retiring from active ministry, Rev. Anang returned to his hometown of Apirede, where he spent his remaining years in peaceful retirement. He passed away on 11 August 1952, at the age of 84.