The Ministry of Education has launched an investigation into social media claims alleging that admission into Aburi Girls’ Senior High School requires a payment of GHC15,000.
The allegation, linked to one Gertrude Adzo Borklo, suggested that the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) Computerized School Placement System had been monetized.
The Ministry, however, has dismissed the claim as false, describing it as part of a “conspiratorial narrative” aimed at discrediting the placement system.
In a statement released on Thursday, September 25, 2025, the Ministry explained that efforts to contact the account holder failed, as the user deactivated her account soon after the post. It added that similar claims are now being circulated by other anonymous users.
The Ministry is collaborating with National Security, the Cyber Security Authority, and other relevant bodies to trace those responsible.
Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, who signed the statement, emphasised that the placement process is entirely free.
“At no point is payment required to access this service. We call on members of the public to provide any information or evidence of persons, whether Ministry officials or third parties, who demand money for placements. The Ministry assures swift and decisive action against any individual found culpable,” the statement read.
The public has also been urged to report any suspected cases of bribery or extortion through the Ministry’s hotlines:
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054 154 8223 (Calls)
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024 490 8957 (WhatsApp)
Reaffirming its commitment to protecting the credibility of the placement system, the Ministry appealed to citizens to help expose anyone attempting to exploit the process.
Source: Adomonline
