Oyarifa Police arrest pastor over alleged sexual abuse of 9-year-old stepdaughter
Pastor Paul Kofi Annan was arrested on March 17, 2026, in Oyarifa in connection with a defilement case involving a nine-year-old girl. The Oyarifa District Police Command issued a statement on Thursday, March 19, stating the arrest followed a complaint.
Preliminary investigations indicated that Pastor Paul Kofi Annan of Chosen Breed Gospel International Ministry, and a carpenter residing at Adenta Commandos, is the stepfather of the victim and had been cohabiting with the complainant since 2023 and formally married her on February 20, 2026. The victim disclosed to her grandfather during a visit to Cape Coast that the suspect "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 sexual misconduct whenever the complainant was not at home. Further investigation revealed that the victim was threatened by the suspect in the words "I will kill you if you inform anyone about this" to prevent her from disclosing the incidents to anyone.
The statement said that the suspect was subsequently arrested, cautioned, and is currently in Police custody, assisting with investigations. The Accra Regional Police Command assured the public of its commitment to protecting children and urged parents and guardians to promptly report any suspected abuse or threats to the Police for swift intervention.
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A pastor in Oyarifa has been arrested following a complaint involving a nine-year-old girl. The alleged incidents reportedly occurred over a period of time - but what exactly prompted the arrest?
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