Source: Ebenezer Madugu
A rare DNA test result has revealed that a set of twins in Ghana have different biological fathers, according to Ben Gurion-Zanu, Operations Manager of Blueprint DNA Organisation.
Speaking on Atinka TV’s Ghana Nie lifestyle segment hosted by Ama Gyenfa Ofosu-Darkwa and Ekow Budu Sam, he explained that DNA testing remains one of the most reliable ways to determine paternity.
“DNA tests are 99.9% accurate. The world is trusting DNA tests because of their accuracy,” he said.
He shared details of the unusual case, which involved a man, a mother, and her twin children. According to him, the situation could have been difficult if the mother had not been present during the test process.
“We were very lucky that the mother was also present. It would have been an issue if she weren’t,” he noted.
After the tests were conducted, the results showed that the man was the biological father of only one of the twins, while the other child had a different father.
When asked what could be the cause, he explained that such cases, though rare, are scientifically possible. He noted that during ovulation, a woman can release two eggs.
If she has sexual relations with different partners within that period, each egg can be fertilised by different men, leading to twins with separate fathers. Researchers are still studying the phenomenon to better understand other possible causes.
Ben Gurion-Zanu also highlighted challenges in Ghana, saying many mothers are reluctant to agree to DNA testing, which can delay or complicate the truth about paternity.
The discussion comes at a time when some Members of Parliament (MPs) are sponsoring a bill to make DNA paternity testing compulsory in certain cases. Others are also pushing for laws to criminalise paternity fraud.
If passed, these measures could increase the use of DNA testing in Ghana and help settle disputes over fatherhood more quickly and fairly.
Experts say the growing trust in DNA testing could play a key role in shaping future family law and protecting the rights of children and parents alike.
