Enoch Ato Nyamson Urges Government to Take Abuse Against Men Seriously in Ghana

Enoch Ato Nyamson has called on the Government of Ghana to give greater attention to abuse against men, urging authorities and relevant institutions to ensure that male victims receive the protection, support and justice they deserve.

He noted that although public discussions about domestic violence and gender-based abuse often focus on women and children, the experiences of men who suffer physical, emotional, psychological and financial abuse must not be overlooked.

According to Nyamson, societal expectations that men should always be strong and capable of handling their problems can discourage male victims from speaking out or seeking help when they experience abuse.

He stressed that abuse has no gender and that men should not be subjected to ridicule, disbelief or discrimination when they report incidents of violence or mistreatment.

“Men can also be victims of abuse, and their experiences deserve to be taken seriously. Being a man does not mean someone is immune to violence, emotional trauma or psychological suffering,” his position emphasises.

Calls for Government Attention and Support

Nyamson is urging the government and relevant institutions to strengthen public education on abuse against men and ensure that support systems are accessible to all victims, regardless of gender.

He believes that law enforcement agencies, social welfare institutions, counsellors and other relevant bodies have an important role to play in ensuring that male victims can report abuse without fear of being mocked or dismissed.

He also called for a more balanced national conversation about domestic violence, arguing that addressing abuse against men should not be viewed as competing with efforts to protect women and children.

Instead, he believes Ghana should adopt an inclusive approach that recognises the experiences of all victims while ensuring that allegations are investigated fairly and professionally.

Breaking the Silence Around Male Victims

Nyamson further observed that cultural attitudes surrounding masculinity can make it difficult for some men to admit that they are experiencing abuse.

In some cases, male victims may remain silent because they fear being perceived as weak, losing their social standing or not being believed by the people they approach for assistance.

He believes that families, religious leaders, the media and civil society organisations must work together to challenge these stereotypes and encourage men to seek help when necessary.

He also urged the media to give responsible attention to cases involving male victims and to avoid narratives that automatically portray men as perpetrators and women as victims in every situation.

A Call for Equal Protection

Nyamson maintained that taking abuse against men seriously does not diminish the importance of addressing violence against women and children. Rather, it reinforces the principle that every individual deserves dignity, safety and fair treatment.

He called on the government to promote awareness, improve access to support services and encourage institutions to respond appropriately to reports of abuse, irrespective of the victim’s gender.

He stressed that a society committed to justice must ensure that no victim is ignored because of stereotypes or assumptions about masculinity.

Nyamson concluded by urging Ghanaians to create an environment where men can speak openly about abuse without shame or fear, adding that protecting victims should be a shared national responsibility.

“Abuse against men must not be ignored or dismissed. Every victim deserves to be heard, protected and treated with dignity,” is the central message of his call for greater attention to the issue in Ghana.