In a press statement dated February 19, 2026, and signed by Deputy Minister for Education (MP), Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, the Ministry expressed grave concern over reported attacks on teachers by students and other acts of violence within educational institutions.
The Ministry stated that it “takes strong exception” to the developments and is determined to address the issue decisively.
“Any individual, including students, who assaults a teacher in the lawful performance of their professional duties will face severe consequences in accordance with the laws of Ghana,” the statement emphasised.
The Ministry referenced several recent cases that have resulted in arrests and prosecutions.
At Kade Senior High Technical School, all perpetrators involved in the assault of a tutor were arrested and arraigned before the Kade District Court. The accused persons pleaded guilty to charges including conspiracy and assault. They have since been convicted and fined.
In another incident during the Super Zonal Sports Competition in the Eastern Region, the Ministry condemned reported cases of stabbing and an alleged sexual assault. The suspects have been arrested and remain in police custody, assisting with investigations. Victims in the case are reportedly receiving medical and psychosocial support from the appropriate authorities.
Meanwhile, at West Africa Senior High School, two students and one accomplice have been arraigned before the Adenta Circuit Court in connection with the assault of a teacher. The accused persons have been remanded into police custody for six weeks pending further court proceedings.
The Ministry also referenced remarks made by President John Dramani Mahama at the 54th Delegates Conference of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), where he narrated an incident involving the assault of a teacher during examinations that resulted in the teacher’s death.
The President reaffirmed that no attack on teachers would be tolerated under any circumstances and reiterated the government’s commitment to protecting educators and ensuring that perpetrators face the full rigours of the law.
Aligning fully with the President’s position, the Ministry stated that it will continue to collaborate closely with law enforcement agencies and the judiciary to ensure justice is served and to prevent further incidents in schools.
“The Ministry is not just condemning the violent behaviours but is also taking steps to demand justice for victims through the court system,” the statement concluded.
