Headmaster of Obuasi SHTS Took Advantage of at Least 16 Female Students – Manasseh Azure

In an Official Facebook Post by Cecil Kwabena on 14 October 2026, the disturbing revelations surrounding Mr. Zakaria Abdulai, Headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School (Obuasi SHTS), were laid bare. According to an investigative piece by Manasseh Azure Awuni and JoyNews, Abdulai allegedly exploited at least 16 female students, engaging in gross sexual misconduct and abuse of office.  

The scandal follows months of unrest at Obuasi SHTS. In August 2026, students rioted against Abdulai, accusing him of ritual practices and forcing an abortion on a student. The enraged mob physically assaulted him, leaving him with serious injuries that required hospitalization at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital. The chaos also resulted in the destruction of his bungalow and vehicle. In the aftermath, police arrested six students, and further investigations led to the arrest of two teachers accused of instigating the attack.  

Manasseh Azure’s investigation deepened the scandal, uncovering systemic abuse and misconduct. His findings painted Abdulai not as a victim of mob violence but as a perpetrator of exploitation, using his position to prey on vulnerable students.  

The Ministry of Education responded swiftly, releasing an official statement declaring the allegations “highly serious.” Minister Haruna Iddrisu directed the Ghana Education Service (GES) to immediately suspend Abdulai pending a full internal inquiry. Additionally, the Minister requested the Police Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to launch a formal criminal investigation into the matter.  

This development reflects the theme of accountability and child protection in education. Schools are meant to be safe spaces for learning, yet the allegations against Abdulai expose how unchecked authority can lead to abuse. The swift suspension and call for criminal investigation underscore the government’s zero‑tolerance stance on misconduct within educational institutions.  

At a deeper level, the scandal highlights the fragility of trust in Ghana’s schools. Abdulai, once recognized as a long‑standing educational leader with a Ph.D. in Educational Administration from KNUST and over 25 years of experience, now faces disgrace. His fall from grace illustrates how professional credentials cannot shield individuals from accountability when abuse is uncovered.  

Observers note that this case resonates with broader debates about student safety, institutional oversight, and the role of investigative journalism. Without the work of journalists like Manasseh Azure, such abuses might remain hidden. The incident also underscores the importance of empowering students to speak out and ensuring that protective mechanisms are in place.  

In conclusion, Cecil Kwabena’s post — “Headmaster of Obuasi SHTS took advantage of at least 16 female students” — dramatizes the urgency of confronting exploitation in Ghana’s schools. It is a reminder that safeguarding students is not optional but a moral and institutional responsibility.  

Source: Cecil Kwabena, Official Facebook Post, 14 October 2026  

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