The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has commended the Nkawkaw Magistrate court’s decision to convict the operation manager of Multi Credit Savings and Loans Ltd, Nkawkwa branch for forcefully punching a female employee.
The ministry in a release signed by Hon.Darkoa Newman, the sector minister condemned the act by the operation manager against the female employee citing the Domestic Violence Act, 2007 (Act 732) which prohibits abuse against women and all forms of domestic violence.
“This ruling will undoubtedly go a long way towards discouraging unscrupulous individuals from committing such acts in the future”, Darkoa Newman stated.
She further expressed gratitude to the sitting judge who handled the case, the Civil society organizations for speaking up, and the Ghana Police Service for arresting and remanding the culprit(operation manager of the saving and loans Ltd).
Hon. Darkoa Newman assured the general public that, as part of the ministry’s effort to eradicate domestic violence, they will continue to engage and educate the public on the importance of creating a safe and respectful environment for all.
“We are committed to raising awareness about the harmful effects of domestic violence and call on the public to stand against all forms of violence”, she added.
