MP under fire for telling minor 'I will marry you'
Yakubu Mohammed, the Member of Parliament for Ahafo Ano South East, told a minor during a visit to Parliament, "You are very beautiful; when you grow up, I will marry you, so she is my wife. In future, she will also be an MP." This comment was captured in a viral video and has sparked public discussion.
Human Rights Advocate and Executive Director of the Purim African Youth Development Platform, Rev. Hornam Adzraku-Kevi, criticised these comments, describing them as harmful and reinforcing negative stereotypes about women and girls. Rev. Adzraku-Kevi stated that such remarks undermine efforts to empower young girls by shifting focus away from their abilities, education, and future aspirations. She called on political leaders, policymakers, and other influential figures to promote messages that encourage girls to pursue their ambitions and recognise their potential to contribute meaningfully to society.
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A Ghanaian MP is facing criticism for comments made to a minor during a parliamentary visit, sparking a debate about public officials' interactions
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