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In Ghana, Togo, Benin, and other West African countries, fetish priests serve as mediators between spirits and the living, often worshiping their gods in enclosed places called fetish shrines.
Recently, Ghana has become a hub for fetish practices, which have negatively impacted many youth.
These practices are being promoted on major television and radio platforms, as well as social media portals.
The Kasao Murder
The Kasoa murder case in 2021 highlighted the dangers of these practices.
Two boys were arrested for killing their friend for spiritual purposes, allegedly influenced by a fetish priest who promised them wealth in exchange for human blood.
The teenager who confessed to the crime stated that he had been influenced by a video of a spiritualist, which led to the brutal murder of their friend.
The murder was a result of a misguided attempt to acquire wealth through ritual means.
During the investigation, the first accused admitted that he had been influenced by a video of a spiritualist, who promised riches in exchange for GH¢5,000 and human blood. The teenager confessed to contacting Nicholas Kini to carry out the plan, which led to the brutal murder of the friend.
Threat to human life
There are many fetish priests in Ghana who are seen as powerful, with some people seeking their help for spiritual assistance and others for money rituals.
Among these fetish priests is Nana Osei, popularly known as Tutugyagu, in a farming community called Badu in the Tain District.
His son, Richard Amakwaa is reported to have gone missing for sometime now as a result of constant persecution.
The son is reported to have refused to be initiated as the next priest when Nana Osei is no more.
According to sources, the son is still on the run after the father vowed to take his life if he refuses to accept the priest role.
This has caused major debate with many calling for measures to guard against uch incidents.
Impunity by The Priest
The Renowned Fetish Priest has reportedly grown emboldened due to his ability to evade justice despite being reported on several occasions.
Despite concrete evidence, he continues to escape punishment, allowing him to carry out secret atrocities that endanger people’s lives.
This has raised concerns about his activities and the impact on those around him.
Faith of Richard Amankwaa
According to customs, Richard Amankwaa would face severe consequences for failing to inherit the priesthood.
Sources indicate that he would not only be disowned by his father but also face physical torment if caught by his father and his cohorts.
This has led some family members who disapprove of the situation to attempt to save Richard, but their efforts have been unsuccessful.
Family’s Failed Attempts
Despite their best efforts, family members have been unable to get the priest arrested.
All attempts to bring him to justice have yielded no results, leaving them concerned about Richard’s well-being and the continued impunity of the priest.
The situation remains unresolved, with the priest continuing to operate with seeming impunity.
Fetish Priest Arrested for Alleged Murder and Ritual Sacrifice
A 16-year-old Junior High School leaver, Emmanuel Amoah, who also worked as an “Okada” rider, was allegedly murdered and burned by a fetish priest at Assin Manso in the Central Region.
The victim had been contracted to drop the priest at his residence but never returned home.
After a search, the family, in collaboration with the police, found the victim’s motorbike at a nearby village.
Further investigation led them to the priest’s residence, where residents reported seeing a wildfire the previous night.
Upon investigating, they discovered a dog attempting to dig up a human body, believed to be the victim’s.
The priest was subsequently arrested in connection with the crime.
Another Fetish Priest Arrested in the Volta Region for Alleged Murder and Ritual Sacrifice
A story by the Ghana News Agency has revealed a shocking incident in the Volta Region, where a 41-year-old fetish priest, Simon Dorve, has been arrested for allegedly murdering a 31-year-old man, Christopher Alavi, for ritual purposes.
The deceased went missing on September 7, 2023, after attending a family meeting at Lume Ahugakope.
According to the regent of Wlitey-Gamakope, Mr. Agbenyega Klaye, the suspect had confessed to the crime, revealing that he removed the victim’s head and both legs for ritual purposes.
The police arrested Dorve and two accomplices, Godfred, a student, and Ahomey Gbeti, another fetish priest, after a complaint was made about the missing person.
Investigations led to the arrest of the suspects, who were found in possession of some of the deceased’s belongings.
The case highlights concerns about the activities of some traditional priests and the need for vigilance in the community.
Evading Arrests
Powerful Fetish priests in Ghana have consistently managed to evade arrest despite allegations against them.
The priests influence and spiritual connections have made it difficult for authorities to apprehend most of them .
The situation has raised concerns about the extent of thier powers and the challenges of bringing them to justice.
The priests ability to evade arrest has sparked a mix of fear and reverence among community where they find themselves.
While some believe they are protected by spiritual forces, others are concerned about the implications of thier actions and the potential risks to the community.
The case highlights the complexities of traditional spiritual practices in Ghana and the challenges of navigating these issues in a modern legal framework.
