Ghanaians Go Wild on the Minister of Gender After Her Visit to Only Nana Akua Addo and her family

The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has come under criticism on social media following her visit to Ghanaian fashion personality Nana Akua Addo and her family amid reports of alleged domestic abuse involving the family.

The visit, which was aimed at assuring Nana Akua Addo and her children of the government’s support, has sparked mixed reactions among Ghanaians, with some questioning why the minister visite isd the family while other women and children facing similar challenges may also need assistance.

In a post shared by the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, the minister was reported to have interacted with Nana Akua Addo and her family, assuring them of the ministry’s continued support and assistance as they deal with the situation.

According to the statement, Dr Lartey emphasised the need to provide a safe and supportive environment for the children, stressing that they should not be made to bear the burden of conflicts or violence involving adults.

The ministry also indicated that Nana Akua Addo and the children would receive psychosocial and social welfare support to safeguard their emotional wellbeing.

The minister further stated that the ministry would engage Nana Akua Addo’s husband, who was unavailable during the visit, while working with the police and other relevant institutions to protect the family’s wellbeing and ensure that due process is followed.

However, the announcement triggered a wave of comments from social media users, many of whom questioned whether the ministry offers the same level of attention to ordinary Ghanaians facing similar family challenges.

One commenter, Selina Nana Celine, questioned whether the ministry would extend similar assistance to other women who had experienced comparable situations.

Another user, Mawufemor Alpha, asked whether the minister would have visited the family if Nana Akua Addo were less privileged. The commenter also questioned whether the minister would visit the husband if the roles were reversed, raising concerns about fairness in the ministry’s response.

Similarly, Emmanuel Ansong Kissi questioned why the minister had not visited the husband as well, suggesting that the situation deserved a more balanced approach while the facts were being established.

Other commenters expressed concern about the ministry’s approach to public welfare, arguing that many vulnerable families may need help but do not receive the same attention because their situations have not attracted public interest.

Alberta Mortty urged the ministry to do more public education on family life and alternative dispute resolution (ADR), suggesting that social media could be used to reach more families rather than relying mainly on personal visits.

Meanwhile, some commenters made sarcastic remarks about the controversy, with one questioning the reported divorce settlement demands circulating online and another joking about the husband’s dental appearance.

The reactions reflect broader public debate about the role of government institutions in responding to alleged domestic abuse cases, particularly when the people involved are well-known personalities.

While some social media users welcomed the ministry’s intervention as a necessary step towards protecting Nana Akua Addo and her children, others argued that similar support should be extended to less privileged families experiencing domestic difficulties.

The ministry’s statement indicates that it intends to continue engaging the family and providing the necessary welfare support as police investigations continue.

The debate has also highlighted calls for greater public education, equal access to social welfare services and stronger protection for children affected by conflicts between adults.

As discussions continue online, many Ghanaians are calling on the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection to demonstrate that its support for vulnerable women and children is accessible to everyone, regardless of social status or public profile.