Ghana: Man Arrested for Allegedly Burying Wife in Home. Twifo Nuamakrom, Ghana — 2026-01-30 Lead Paragraph In a shocking incident in Twifo Nuamakrom, Ghana, police have arrested Kweku Charles, 44, on suspicion of burying his 80-year-old wife, Sofomaame Esther Bolu, in their home. Bolu, known as the “Nigeria Woman, “was the founder and spiritual leader of the Miracles Prayer Centre, a prominent church in the area.
According to local reports, Bolu had been suffering from health issues for some time, during which her husband reportedly managed the church’s affairs. Her sudden disappearance, which spanned over two weeks, raised concerns among neighbors and community members. When questioned, Charles claimed his wife had been sent to Accra for medical treatment, but inconsistencies in his story sparked suspicion.
Community members grew increasingly worried and confronted Charles, who attempted to flee the scene. This behavior further solidified doubts against him. Upon discovering the lifeless body of Bolu buried in their home, community leaders alerted the police in Twifo Praso, who arrested Charles and ordered the exhumation of the body for further examination.
The police in Ghana have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Bolu’s death and the motive behind Charles’actions.
The community remains in shock over the tragic event.
The situation is still developing, and further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
The government has not yet commented on the incident.
