Child Rights International condemns “broadcaster” for sexual abuse of minors

Child Rights International Executive Director Bright Appiah has condemned the teacher turned radio presenter who admitted to sexually abusing a minor while teaching.

The Ghana Police Service arrested Nana Poku Piesie, also known as Kwabena Was seen in a viral video in which he admitted to sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl.

Police say the suspect is in custody and assisting Investigations.

“WWe would like to assure the public that the suspect be taken through the proper legal process,” the police said in a statement.

In response to developments on the Asaase Breakfast Show On Wednesday (July 18), Appiah said that institutions tasked with addressing such problems must have adequate resources.

“NNo matter how you look at it, there is a standard we have set as a nation when it comes to protecting children, and so we expect everyone’s behavior to be consistent with the standard we have set for ourselves.” he said.

“Aand the standard is simple The, We should not take children for granted and explore their vulnerability. If your actions or inactions result in The there is a penalty for it.”

Appiah added “The act of been committed If someone does that now, we need to condemn it and make sure that they use that platform and we know how powerful radio is and what it does. We thought it was quite unfortunate that he would use such a platform to do something like that..”

Listen to Bright Appiah in the audio clip attached below:

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