The marriage of a 63-year-old man to a 12-year-old girl has raised concerns about child marriage and the continuation of ancient traditions.
Recent events in Ghana have sparked heated debates between traditionalists and modern thinkers. Chief Nuumo Borketey Laweh Tsuru XXXIII, Gborbu Wulomo from Nungua, 63, married a 12-year-old girl, Naa Okromo, now known as Naa Ayemoede.
The traditional wedding takes place on March 30 and Naa Okromon is expected to attend the second ceremony dedicated to sanctification.
The marriage of a 63-year-old man to a 12-year-old girl has raised concerns about child marriage and the continuation of ancient traditions.
Ghanaians have taken to social media to express their displeasure, accusing the boss of pedophilia. Many criticized the fact that this girl is expected to attend the second ceremony, marking her marriage.
Nunguan elders defended the chief, saying that those who called the police and the ministry of sex to investigate the matter were ignorant.
They answered that those who criticize marriage are not familiar with the traditions of the Ga people. The elders mocked the Christians and wanted them to question the relationship between Mary and Joseph, because Mary was still a child when Jesus was born.
This incident shows the cultural clash between modern and traditional values in Ghana. Although Ngguan elders claim the marriage is a cultural tradition, many Ghanaians consider it a violation of human rights.
The fact that the chief is not allowed to sleep with the girl until she turns 18 is a positive aspect of this tradition, but the fact that the girl is expected to participate in the second round raises concerns about the nature of the marriage.
