Accra — Popular and often provocative relationship counsellor, Cyril George Carstensen Lutterodt, widely known as Counsellor Lutterodt, has been arrested by the Ghana Police Service following remarks that have ignited national outrage.
Reports indicate that Lutterodt made highly controversial statements regarding the burial of the late highlife legend Daddy Lumba, alleging that the musician had been secretly buried at his residence in East Legon. The counsellor allegedly urged youth to storm the residence and exhume the body if the claims proved true, calling for pickaxes to dig up the site rather than waiting for law enforcement to intervene.
Authorities acted swiftly, stating that the comments could amount to incitement and a breach of the peace, charges taken seriously under Ghana’s Criminal Offences and Public Order Acts.
The arrest has sparked mixed reactions across social media. While some Ghanaians praise the police for preventing potential unrest, others see the move as further fueling Lutterodt’s long history of controversial media statements.
Known for his blunt opinions on relationships and social issues, Lutterodt has frequently sparked debates in the public sphere. However, this latest development marks one of the most serious legal consequences he has faced to date.
Police investigations are ongoing, and details regarding potential charges and legal proceedings are expected to follow as the nation continues to react to the drama.
The arrest has reignited discussions on the responsibility of public figures in Ghana and the fine line between free speech and public safety.
