Sexual Abuse Kills 16-Year-Old Footballer

A tragic case of alleged sexual abuse has led to the death of 16-year-old footballer Ransford Owusu Ansah from Asamanye in the Ashanti Region.

The young footballer succumbed to his injuries at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital after enduring years of reported abuse at the hands of his football coach, Mr. Ibrahim Anyass, in Amasaman.

In a video shared by Sika Official on X (formerly Twitter), Ransford’s grieving mother expressed her anguish, revealing that authorities failed to provide justice for her son while he was alive. She has now placed a GH¢5,000 bounty on the coach and is calling on Ghanaians to assist in his arrest.

“The police took over the case but couldn’t help me. My child is dead. I plead with Ghanaians to help me. The coach is wanted, and there is GH¢5,000 reward for anyone who will assist in his arrest,” she stated in the video.

Ransford, who had joined an Amasaman-based soccer academy three years ago, reportedly suffered repeated sexual abuse during his time at the club. His mother, who initially refused to release him to the team and had earlier turned down an opportunity at the reputable WAFA Academy due to safety concerns, eventually gave in to pressure, fearing it might hinder her son’s football career.

According to reports, the abuse severely affected Ransford’s health, leading to his hospitalization. Despite medical efforts at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, he passed away, leaving his family devastated and demanding justice.