The Ghana Police Service has arrested one person suspected of being involved in the abuse of a six-year-old child in Asamankese over bed-wetting.
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, indicating that the case was swiftly referred to the police by the Minister after the video began circulating.
The incident reportedly involved the mistreatment of the child due to bed-wetting, a common and medically acknowledged childhood issue.
Investigations into the matter are currently ongoing.
MoGCSP reiterated its dedication to child protection and stated that it is collaborating closely with the Ghana Police Service and other pertinent agencies to ensure a comprehensive investigation and that justice is achieved.
The Ministry also advised parents, guardians, and caregivers to refrain from violent disciplinary methods, advocating for non-violent approaches to child-rearing.
It underscored that the protection of children is a collective responsibility shared by families, communities, and society at large.
“Protecting children is indeed a shared responsibility. Families, communities, traditional and religious leaders, and the public all have a role to play to ensure that children grow up in a safe, caring, and protective environment.
“We call on the public to report any suspected cases of abuse via the Domestic Violence Call Centre on 0800-111-222, the Ministry’s Helpline of Hope Call Centre- 0800-800-800/0800-900-900, or the nearest police station,” the statement concluded.
