The marriage between a 63-year-old priest and a 12-year-old girl has sparked outrage, as police have moved in to protect the child and her mum.
The marriage ceremony took place on Saturday, March 30, in Nungua, Ghana, as the man, known as Gborbu Wulomo, Nuumo Borketey Laweh XXXIII, tied the knot with the child, reportedly called Naa Okromo.
The holyman selected her when she was just six-years-old and Ghanian title Pulse reported that the girl is now expected to participate in a second customary ceremony focused on purification.”This ritual is thought to empower her to carry out her anticipated responsibilities as a wife to Gborbu Wulomo, which includes bearing children,” the title added.
Now, according to the Ghana Police Service, the location of the 12-year-old girl has been identified and she is now under police protection alongside her mother.
“The Ghana Police Service is working with the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection and the Department of Social Welfare to provide her with the necessary support while the matter is being investigated,” the Police explained in a statement.