The Nungua Traditional Authority has issued a stern warning to the Ghana Police Service regarding Naa Okromo, the 12-year-old girl who was allegedly married off to the Gborbu Wulomo, the 63-year-old priest.
At an emergency meeting convened to discuss the ongoing protective custody of the girl, the traditional authority declared that Naa Okromo is their queen. Sources have indicated that the girl has a crucial role to play in the upcoming Homowo Festival, raising concerns among traditional leaders about her inability to fulfill her duties while still in protective custody.
In an interview with JoyNews, the Director of Administration at the Office of the Gborbu Wulomo, Rev D.N Gyasi Ankrah, stated that the police will be held responsible if anything happens to Naa Okromo. He emphasized that the young lady is under police protection, and if the police fail in their responsibility, the traditional authority will hold them accountable.
The Information Ministry confirmed that the police have not provided any updates on the investigations into the matter. The government, through the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Interior, and the Greater Accra Coordinating Council, expressed its commitment to investigating the issue and determining the appropriate course of action.
The Ministry of Gender has taken steps to ensure the safety of the child involved, providing counseling, medical care, and caregivers to support her wellbeing. The Social Welfare Department under the Gender Ministry has assigned a case worker to ensure the maximum protection of the child is maintained.
