The Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted a teacher of Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a student.
In a statement issued on June 16, 2026, the GES announced that it had become aware of a disturbing video circulating on social media, which allegedly captures inappropriate conduct between the teacher and a student of the school.
According to the statement signed by the Head of Public Relations of GES, Daniel Fenyi, management has already initiated investigations into the matter to establish the facts surrounding the incident.
“Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has become aware of a disturbing video of an alleged sexual misconduct circulating on social media involving a teacher and a student of Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region,” the statement said.
Pending the outcome of the investigations, the Service has directed that the teacher be interdicted in accordance with GES rules and regulations.
“Management has initiated investigations into the matter. Pending the outcome of the investigations, Management directs that the teacher is interdicted in accordance with GES rules and regulations,” the statement added.
The GES strongly condemned all forms of inappropriate relationships between teachers and students, emphasizing that such conduct is unacceptable and contrary to the ethical standards expected of education professionals.
“Management strongly condemns all forms of amorous relationships between teachers and students. The Service reiterates its zero-tolerance towards sexual misconduct and cautions all staff to uphold the highest standards of professional ethics and conduct at all times,” the statement noted.
The Service further reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety, protection, and well-being of students across the country’s educational institutions. It assured the public that any individual found culpable after investigations would face the appropriate disciplinary and legal consequences.
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