A 42-year-old cocoa farmer identified as Mr. Kofi Assum, is receiving treatment at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi after he allegedly attempted to take his own life by slashing his manhood at Aworowa in the Techiman South Municipality of the Bono East Region.
Family members revealed that the incident occurred following persistent complaints from Kofi Assum about hearing voices urging him to harm himself — raising serious concerns about his mental health.
In a video interview circulating on social media, the survivor expressed gratitude for making it through the ordeal, stating:
“Thank God I survived.”
He reportedly attributed part of the trigger for the tragic act to ongoing rumours in his community alleging that he was impotent.
The case has sparked discussions online about the need for greater attention to mental health awareness in Ghana, especially in rural communities where stigma and lack of support often prevent people from seeking help.
Authorities and health officials have not yet issued an official statement, but the incident highlights the devastating impact of mental health challenges and community gossip on vulnerable individuals.
“Thank God I survived”
—42-year-old Mr. Kofi Assum says after surviving a suicide attempt in which he tried to sever his manhood.
According to him, the tragic act was partly triggered by persistent rumours in his community that he was impotent.
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