Father of Castro Clings to Hope After a Decade
Mr. Coffie Eshun, father of the late hiplife musician Castro, has recently reaffirmed his belief that his son may still be alive, despite having vanished over a decade ago.
Castro, whose real name is Theophilus Tagoe, disappeared along with Janet Bandu on July 6, 2014, during a holiday trip in Ada. They were jet skiing with friends, including Ghanaian football legend Asamoah Gyan. Despite extensive search efforts, their whereabouts remain unknown.
In an interview on Empire FM on Sunday, July 7, 2024, Mr. Coffie expressed his enduring hope, drawing strength from his faith that his son might one day be found. He also hinted at suspicions of foul play surrounding Castro’s disappearance. The jet ski used by Castro and Janet Bandu was recovered, but their bodies have never been found, despite ongoing police investigations.
According to Ghana’s Evidence Act, 1975 (N.R.C.D. 323), individuals who have been absent and unheard from for seven years are legally presumed dead. Section 33 of the Act, titled “Death after seven years absence,” states that a person who has not been heard of for seven years, despite diligent efforts to locate them, is presumed dead. However, there is no specific presumption regarding the exact time of death. Mr. Coffie Eshun’s unwavering hope in the face of this legal presumption underscores the enduring mystery and emotional distress surrounding Castro’s disappearance, leaving many questions unanswered even after a decade.
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