Celebrated Ghanaian actress Nadia Buari has urged victims of domestic violence to prioritise their safety rather than remain in abusive relationships because of marriage, family expectations or fear of public opinion.
Buari made the call in a post on X, where she highlighted the impact of domestic violence on both victims and children who witness or experience abuse at home.
According to the actress, children deserve to grow up in environments where they feel protected and loved. Instead, she noted that violence in the home can make children fearful of the very people who are supposed to protect them.
She warned that children who are physically abused or exposed to violence can suffer deeper emotional harm and may begin to associate home with danger.
Buari said domestic violence is not limited to physical attacks, noting that it can also involve emotional, verbal, sexual and financial abuse.
She further explained that children exposed to violent homes may develop fear, anxiety, anger, guilt, sleep problems, withdrawal and other behavioural changes.
The actress cautioned victims against believing that repeated apologies and promises alone would end abusive behaviour.
“Abuse rarely stops without help. Apologies and promises do not erase violence,” she said.
She also challenged the idea that victims should remain in abusive relationships for the sake of their children. According to her, children who grow up witnessing violence may come to believe that such behaviour is normal.
Buari stressed that cultural expectations, marriage and concerns about public opinion should never outweigh personal safety.
“Love is not fear,” she declared.
She called on victims and witnesses of domestic violence to speak up, seek assistance, report abuse through the appropriate channels and take steps to protect themselves and children from further harm.
Story by: Andre Mustapha Nii Okai Inusah
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