In a recent sequence of distressing events, Serwaa Amihere, a well-known Ghanaian media personality, has found herself at the center of a controversy following the leak of an intimate video. The video, which was recorded five years prior, reportedly involves Amihere and Henry Fitz, a business mogul, capturing them in a compromising situation. This incident, initially surrounded by extortion attempts, has escalated into a much-discussed public and legal debacle.
Amihere publicly apologized for the distress the video’s release caused to her family, friends, employers, and various associated brands. The video’s emergence followed a period of five months during which Amihere faced threats and extortion demands, even though law enforcement efforts were underway to address the situation. She expressed profound regret and acknowledged that the event had taught her significant lessons about personal responsibility and the unforeseen impact of one’s past actions on their public persona.
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Legal documents have surfaced, revealing that Amihere was coerced into paying a significant sum to prevent the video from being released. Despite complying with the initial extortion demands, the video was still published, leading to further public humiliation. The individuals implicated in the extortion—Edem Saviour Ketti, Candylove Kwakyewaa Ababio, and Henry Amponsah (also known as Henry Fitz)—have been charged with conspiracy to commit crimes, including the non-consensual sharing of intimate images, under various sections of the Criminal Offenses and Cybersecurity Acts of Ghana.
The repercussions of this incident have extended beyond personal embarrassment, affecting Amihere’s career as well. There have been public calls for her suspension or dismissal from her job at EIB Network, though the company has opted to conduct an independent investigation before making any decisions. Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service continues its efforts to apprehend Henry Fitz, who remains at large.
