In response to rumours about her alleged failed marriage, Ghanaian media personality Oheneyere Gifty Anti has expressed sadness at the magnitude of attacks she has received.
Earlier, when social media was buzzing with news of Gifty Anti and her husband, Nana Ansah Kwao II’s purported separation, the popular media personality took to Facebook to react.
In the comment section of one of her defender’s posts on Facebook, Gifty Anti dispelled the claims, while insinuating that she is still experiencing a beautiful marriage.
Subsequently, in an interview on Joy Prime monitored by GhanaWeb, she has thrown more light on the subject.
Halfway through the conversation ahead of the unveiling of her book ‘When Strong Women Cry’, the host asked, “Are you separated? Did you throw your husband out of the house?”
Gifty Anti, laughing out loud, answered, “Should I call him for you? We have decided to talk at the appropriate time. It’s not the first time this had happened and obviously, I am the target. The people talking about me do not know me. They don’t know anything about me. So, what should I do? Go round telling everybody about it? I stay focused because these things can derail me. I am hurt, and disappointed”.
Gifty Anti, however, stated that in as much as she has been persecuted several times for being a feminist, she often reminds herself that these struggles come with the journey.
“It is difficult to really speak your truth these days, especially with all the attacks going on and because you are a strong woman and a feminist. This journey we are on, if you are not careful, you will be fighting and saving the world whiles you will be in a mess.
“In my book, there is a story of a woman who is saving the world but meanwhile there is pain. This woman became diagnosed with depression because she was out there saving people,” she added.
Gifty Anti is a Ghanaian media personality, women’s rights activist, and television host. She gained popularity as the host of the TV show “The Standpoint,” which focuses on women’s issues in Ghana.
In 2015, Gifty Anti made headlines when she got married to Nana Ansah Kwao IV, the Chief of Edumasa, a town in the Eastern Region of Ghana. The marriage was widely publicized because of the couple’s significant age difference; Gifty Anti was 45 years old at the time, while her husband was 40 years old.
Their wedding ceremony was a traditional ceremony known as “Kente weaving,” which is a Ghanaian cultural practice. The couple has since been very private about their personal life, and there have been no public reports of any issues in their marriage.
Gifty Anti and her husband have been vocal advocates for women’s rights in Ghana, and they continue to use their platform to promote gender equality and empowerment.
However, Gifty Anti was undeterred and saw her marriage as an opportunity to challenge gender stereotypes and inspire other women to pursue their dreams, regardless of societal expectations. She continued her advocacy work after her marriage, and her husband also became an advocate for women’s rights.
Gifty Anti and Nana Ansah Kwao IV have been married since 2015 and have a daughter together. Their marriage has continued to inspire and empower women in Ghana and beyond.
Ghanaians however must note that it is important to be cautious about believing rumors and gossip without concrete evidence, as they can be harmful and damaging to individuals and their families. It is always best to wait for verified information from credible sources before drawing any conclusions about someone’s personal life.