Ghanaian actor and pastor, Timothy Bentum, recently shared his journey of battling drug addiction for 17 years, shedding light on the hardships he faced during this period.Bentum revealed that he was deeply addicted to cocaine and other drugs, to the extent of selling his father's properties to sustain his addiction.

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In an emotional interview with Accra-based Joy News, he recounted the depths of despair he experienced, asserting, "I was gone, and it was an everyday thing. I was heavily addicted; I literally sold everything in my father’s house.”Despite the severity of his addiction, Bentum expressed gratitude for his deliverance, attributing his recovery to a spiritual intervention.

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He admitted that he couldn't fully explain how he managed to break free, emphasising the significant role God played in his life."Personally, I don’t think I have a clinical explanation for it because God played a huge role in my life," Bentum emphasised. "My case is strange because I had no withdrawal symptoms, I had no running nose.

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"Bentum's story resonates with others in the creative industry, like musician Okyeame Kwame, who confronted depression amid professional challenges.Okyeame Kwame shared his journey of introspection and withdrawal from music for a year to address his personal struggles.Joining the conversation, MOG Music opened up about battling addiction to masturbation, smoking, and alcohol.

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He credited his liberation from these vices to a spiritual encounter that led to a tangible release from his urges after connecting with the Holy Spirit.As these stories of addiction and recovery come to light, Ghanaian musician Rex Omar urged the public to show compassion and support to those dealing with drug addiction.He emphasized the importance of understanding addiction's dangers and extending a helping hand to those in need.

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