Mother of 13-year-old allegedly gang-defiled in Madina pleads for support amid ongoing justice efforts
Desperate mother of defiled 13-year-old in Madina appeals for help
The harrowing case of Ama, a 13-year-old student in her third year at Madina No. 3 School, who was allegedly gang-raped by over twenty men, has stunned Ghana and ignited widespread outrage.
Human Rights Reporters Ghana (HRRG) and the Justice Revived Foundation (JRF) are tirelessly working to secure justice for Ama, while her mother, Stella Tetteh, has issued a desperate call for public support to ease her family’s severe hardships.
According to HRRG and JRF investigations, Ama’s nightmare began in February 2025, resulting in a three-month pregnancy and deep trauma.
The main suspect, 45-year-old mason Clement Kwame, and multiple accomplices are accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting Ama, often in groups and without protection.
The case was reported to the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) in Madina on July 13, 2025. However, concerns have emerged about the investigation’s handling.
Reports suggest Clement Kwame was briefly detained, paid an undisclosed amount, and released without further action.
Stella Tetteh, a 41-year-old unemployed mother of four, is grappling with extreme poverty while trying to support her family.
Ama’s stepfather, Eric Jonas Ntepreko, is currently detained on child neglect charges, pending investigation, further straining the family’s emotional and financial state.
“We barely manage one meal a day,” Stella told HRRG and JRF in tears. “I beg Ghanaians to help us survive this ordeal and care for my children.”
Compounding Stella’s anguish, Ama’s whereabouts are unknown to her. Sources indicate Ama was placed in a shelter, reportedly through the efforts of Hon. Francis-Xavier Sosu, MP for Madina, with police involvement but Stella was not informed of her daughter’s location.
Her attempts to reach the MP for updates have gone unanswered, intensifying her distress. HRRG and JRF have raised alarms over this lack of transparency, questioning why Ama was moved to a shelter without her mother’s knowledge or consent.
On July 14, 2025, Hon. Sosu addressed Parliament to counter what he called misleading media reports about Ama’s case.
He claimed, per police reports, that Ama is 14, pregnant, and had sexual encounters with 18 men, not simultaneously.
He noted two suspects are detained, with efforts ongoing to apprehend others. Sosu also committed to providing legal support through his firm, F-X Law and Associates, and arranged with Pantang Hospital’s Medical Director to ensure Ama receives urgent medical and psychological care.
He vowed to push for stronger child-protection laws and provide Ama’s family with medical, counselling, and legal assistance.
However, HRRG and JRF expressed dissatisfaction with Sosu’s statement, noting it overlooked their pivotal role in exposing the crime.
They also highlighted inconsistencies regarding Ama’s age and assault details, which they argue rely solely on police reports without independent corroboration.
Based on Ama’s testimony, HRRG and JRF assert she is 13 and was allegedly gang-raped multiple times by over twenty men, often in group settings led by Clement Kwame, without protection.
The organizations demand urgent action from authorities, including:
- Swift and Transparent Investigations: Arrest and prosecute all suspects, including Clement Kwame, and any involved officers.
- Comprehensive Support for Ama: Provide medical care, psychological counselling, and social support to aid her recovery.
- Transparency on Ama’s Whereabouts: Inform Stella of her daughter’s location and involve the family in decisions about her care.
- Public Aid for the Family: Urge Ghanaians to donate food, clothing, and financial support to help Stella provide for her children.
HRRG and JRF call on the public, NGOs, and philanthropists to assist Ama’s family. Donations can be channelled through their organizations to ensure they reach Stella and her children directly.
Ama’s case underscores the urgent need to combat sexual and gender-based violence in Ghana. HRRG and JRF remain dedicated to securing justice for Ama and advocating for systemic reforms to protect vulnerable children.
They urge Ghanaians to unite in support of Ama’s family, condemn this horrific crime, and bolster their fight for justice and survival.
For those wishing to help, contact:
• Human Rights Reporters Ghana: 024 367 6813
• Justice Revived Foundation: 054 208 2851
Together, we can help Ama’s family rebuild and ensure no child endures such unimaginable suffering again.
