The Ghana Police Service has arrested a 40-year-old man in connection with the alleged defilement of a 9-year-old girl at Oyarifa in Accra.
According to a statement issued by the Accra Regional Public Affairs Unit of the Police Service, the suspect, identified as Pastor Paul Kofi Annan of Chosen Breed Gospel International Ministry and a carpenter residing at Adenta Commandos, was arrested on March 17, 2026, following a complaint.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspect, who is the stepfather of the victim, had been living with the complainant since 2023 and formally married her on February 20, 2026.
Police say the victim disclosed the alleged abuse to her grandfather during a visit to Cape Coast, stating that the suspect had subjected her to repeated sexual abuse over a period of about three years, including forcibly having sexual intercourse with her and engaging in other acts of misconduct whenever the complainant was not at home.
Further investigations revealed that the suspect allegedly threatened the victim to keep silent.
“I will kill you if you inform anyone about this,” the statement quoted the suspect as saying.
The police noted that the suspect has since been arrested, cautioned, and is currently in custody assisting with investigations.
“The Accra Regional Police Command wishes to assure the public of its commitment to protecting children and urges parents and guardians to promptly report any suspected abuse or threats to the Police for swift intervention,” the statement signed by Accra Regional Head of Public Affairs, Supt. Juliana Obeng, emphasised.
