By Collins Sarkodieh 
A 17-year-old girl, Agnes Asomani, has taken a bold step toward justice by dragging a prominent religious figure, Prophet Doctor Worth, before the “Sompa Nkomo” mediation program. Agnes, a resident of Agona Swedru, alleges that the father of six exploited her vulnerability under the guise of “spiritual healing” after she was accused of witchcraft by her own family.
The case highlights a disturbing intersection of traditional spiritual beliefs and the potential for predatory behavior within religious settings. Agnes claims that her journey into this nightmare began years ago when she was allegedly introduced to witchcraft by her elder sister a situation that led to her father’s chronic illness and her family’s desperate search for a spiritual solution.
The Prophet, however, maintains his innocence, claiming the girl is already “healed” and that her accusations of sexual misconduct are entirely fabricated. As the case unfolds on a public platform designed to resolve domestic and social grievances, it raises critical questions about the protection of minors and the accountability of religious leaders in Ghana.
What are the specific allegations against Prophet Doctor Worth?
Agnes Asomani alleges that for over a year, Prophet Doctor Worth failed to provide the spiritual healing he promised and instead repeatedly committed sexual abuse against her. She claims that after her family entrusted her to his care to “cure” her of witchcraft, he took advantage of her displacement and her family’s desperation.
According to Agnes, the Prophet promised that his intervention would heal not only her but also her father, who had been bedridden for years, and her mother, who was also battling illness. These promises of total family restoration were the primary reason she agreed to live with him.
Instead of a sanctuary of healing, Agnes describes a year of frustration and trauma. She decided to bring the matter to “Sompa Nkomo” to seek justice, stating that the alleged spiritual “deliverance” never materialized, while the physical abuse became a regular occurrence.
How did Agnes become involved with the Prophet?
The involvement began following a family crisis where Agnes was accused of using witchcraft to cause her father’s severe illness. Seeking a way to “free” the teenager from these alleged spiritual ties, her family was introduced to the Prophet, who presented himself as a specialist in such cases.
Agnes previously confessed on the program that her elder sister had spiritually instructed her to strike their father’s waist with a stick when she was 13 or 14 years old, an act she believes led to his subsequent suffering. This deep-seated guilt and the pressure from her family made her a prime target for a promised “spiritual cure.”
In many rural and peri-urban parts of Ghana, families often turn to “prophets” or spiritualists when conventional medicine fails to explain an illness. In this instance, the family’s belief in a supernatural cause for the father’s condition led them to hand over their teenage daughter to a man who allegedly used that power to exploit her.
How has the Prophet responded to the accusations?
During the confrontation on the show, Prophet Doctor Worth categorically denied all claims of sexual misconduct. He insisted that he has fulfilled his spiritual obligation to the girl, stating that her supposed “witchcraft” has been completely eradicated through his prayers and intervention.
“The witchcraft has been healed completely. The allegations of sleeping with her are false,” the Prophet told the program hosts. He attempted to pivot the conversation back to his perceived success as a healer, suggesting that the girl’s current accusations do not reflect the “spiritual work” he has done.
Despite his denials, the age of the complainant 17 years old places the allegations in a severe legal context, as she is still a minor under Ghanaian law. The program’s mediators and the public are now looking for further evidence to determine whether the Prophet used his religious authority to mask a crime.
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Factual Insights into Witchcraft Allegations and Minor Protection:
- Legal Status: Under the Children’s Act of Ghana, a person under 18 is a minor, and any sexual activity with them—regardless of “consent”—is treated as a criminal offense.
- Witchcraft Scapegoating: Human rights groups have identified a pattern where children are often blamed for family misfortunes (like illness or poverty) to justify sending them away to prayer camps.
- Power Dynamics: “Spiritual fatherhood” creates a power imbalance that can be easily exploited, especially when the victim believes the perpetrator holds the keys to their family’s health.
- Mediation Platforms: Programs like “Sompa Nkomo” serve as a vital alternative justice system for those who feel the formal police system might be too slow or inaccessible.
- Spiritual Healing Industry: Ghana has hundreds of “prophets” who operate without formal psychiatric or social work training, often dealing with vulnerable youth.
What is the next step for Agnes and the Prophet?
The case has now moved into the public eye, putting pressure on local law enforcement in Agona Swedru and social welfare agencies to intervene. While “Sompa Nkomo” provides a platform for mediation, allegations of sexual abuse against a minor typically require a formal police investigation and a forensic medical examination.
Agnes has stated that her primary goal is “justice and a solution.” For her, this means not only being heard but ensuring that the man she accuses is held accountable and that her family finds the genuine peace they were promised.
As the community reacts to these shocking revelations, it serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unregulated spiritual “cures” and the importance of protecting young girls from those who use religion as a shield for exploitation.
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