A 63-year-old priest married a 12-year-old girl in Ghana, sparking outrage in the country.
Gabriel Dumitrache
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The marriage took place in a ceremony that triggered a wave of criticism among many Ghanaians. Community leaders have claimed that the criticism stems from ignorance, saying the marriage respects their traditions and customs. However, government authorities have yet to respond to the controversial marriage.
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Căsătoria care a revoltat o țară întreagă: un preot de 63 de ani s-a căsătorit cu o fată de 12 ani. Ceremonia a fost publică și filmată
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