Controversial Ghanaian relationship counsellor George Lutterodt has reportedly been arrested after making comments on radio that authorities say could amount to incitement to violence.
The arrest followed remarks he made over the weekend on Power FM during a programme discussing the legendary Ghanaian highlife musician Daddy Lumba.
During the discussion, Lutterodt allegedly called on some Ga youth to go to the musician’s residence in East Legon with pickaxes to verify rumours claiming the singer had been secretly buried in his own house.
“If it is true that Lumba has been buried in East Legon house, I want to ask the Ga boys that we shouldn’t wait for the police. Let’s move to the residence of Daddy Lumba. I’m calling action now. Walk to the house with pickaxe and let’s find where the body has been buried,” he reportedly said during the broadcast.
The remarks quickly sparked controversy and drew criticism from many listeners and observers who considered the comments reckless.
Reports indicate that the statements may amount to incitement to violence under the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29). Authorities also suggested the remarks could constitute offensive conduct likely to cause a breach of the peace under Section 207 of the same Act.
According to available reports, Lutterodt was detained at the Nima Police Station after the incident.
However, he has reportedly been granted bail.
The outspoken counsellor is expected to appear before the Adenta Circuit Court on Tuesday to face charges related to the alleged incitement.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service has not yet officially confirmed the arrest or the bail reports, although photos circulating widely on social media appear to show Lutterodt in handcuffs while in police custody.
The incident has further fueled public debate about the spread of rumours and misinformation surrounding the status of Daddy Lumba, who remains one of Ghana’s most influential highlife musicians.
