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Public Outrage Erupts After Video Shows Men Giving Lit Cigarette to Baby

A viral video showing a group of adult men handing a lit cigarette to a baby has triggered widespread condemnation across Ghana. The disturbing footage, which has been shared across social media platforms, shows the child being encouraged to inhale the smoke while the men laugh in the background.

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has described the act as a serious violation of the child’s rights and well-being. The ministry called the behavior “reckless, abusive, and unacceptable,” stressing that exposing a child to harmful substances constitutes child endangerment under Ghanaian law.

The ministry has referred the matter to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service and is urging a swift arrest and prosecution of the individuals involved. According to the ministry, the act breaches the Children’s Act of 1998 and stands against Ghana’s policies on child protection and early childhood development.

Authorities are encouraging the public to be vigilant and report any form of child abuse, emphasizing that safeguarding children is a collective responsibility.

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Source: Thepressradio.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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