The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has expressed deep concern over videos and images circulating widely on social media, reportedly involving a woman named Nana Akua Addo and her child.

In a statement dated October 6, 2026 and signed by the Public Affairs Unit, the Ministry noted that the footage appears to show a physical altercation and Addo with visible injuries, while separate footage purportedly shows a child being subjected to physical violence.

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“The Ministry is deeply concerned by these disturbing images and reports. Violence, in all its forms, is unacceptable and must not be normalised, excused or tolerated under any circumstances,” the statement said.

It referenced the Domestic Violence Act, 2007 (Act 732), which provides a legal framework for the protection of persons from domestic violence, and the Children’s Act, 1998 (Act 560), which provides for the protection and welfare of children.

The Ministry said it remains committed to working with the appropriate institutions to protect women and children from violence, abuse and other forms of harm.

While the full facts and circumstances surrounding the reported incidents are still being established, it is closely following developments and taking the necessary steps to ascertain the well-being and safety of the persons involved and determine the appropriate interventions required.

The Ministry used the opportunity to send a strong and unequivocal message to all persons who perpetrate violence against women, children or any other person.

“Such acts have no place in our society. Persons who subject others to violence and abuse will be held accountable in accordance with the law. No relationship, domestic circumstance, disagreement or perceived provocation justifies violence or abuse,” it stated.

It also encouraged women and all persons experiencing domestic, gender-based or other forms of violence not to suffer in silence or accept abuse as a normal part of any relationship.

“Abuse is never the fault of the victim and silence only emboldens perpetrators. Help is available,” the statement added.

Victims and anyone with credible information about a person at risk are urged to report to the nearest police station or Social Welfare office, or call the Ministry’s toll-free lines:

- Domestic Violence Secretariat Call Centre: 0800-111-222 (toll-free) - WhatsApp: 055 175 7575 - Helpline of Hope Call Centre: 0800-800-800 or 0800-900-900 (toll-free)

The Ministry further urged the public to refrain from sharing graphic videos, personal information and unverified claims concerning the woman and child involved. While public concern is understandable, the continued circulation of such material may further expose and distress those involved, particularly the child.

“The Ministry remains committed to protecting the dignity, safety and wellbeing of women and children, and will continue to work with the relevant institutions to ensure that persons affected by violence receive the necessary protection, care and support,” the statement concluded.

Read the full statement below



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