The Ministry of Education has issued a strong warning that assaults on teachers will attract severe consequences, stressing that perpetrators will be dealt with in accordance with the laws of Ghana.
In a press statement dated February 19, 2026, the Ministry expressed grave concern over recent incidents involving attacks on teachers by students and related acts of violence in some schools across the country.
“The Ministry takes strong exception to these developments and is resolved to nip this in the bud. 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 said.
The Ministry noted that it has consistently supported action against all perpetrators of assaults on teachers that have come to its attention.
Citing a recent case at Kade Senior High Technical School (Kade SHTS), the Ministry said all perpetrators were arrested and arraigned before the Kade District Court for assaulting a tutor.
According to the statement, the accused persons pleaded guilty to charges including conspiracy and assault and have since been convicted and fined.
The Ministry also condemned misconduct recorded during the Super Zonal Sports Competition in the Eastern Region, which reportedly involved a stabbing and an alleged sexual assault.
It indicated that the suspects have been arrested and are currently in police custody assisting with investigations, while victims are receiving medical and psychosocial support from the appropriate authorities.
In a separate incident at West Africa Senior High School, two students and an accomplice have been arraigned before the Adenta Circuit Court in connection with the assault of a teacher. The accused have been remanded into police custody for six weeks pending further court proceedings.
The Ministry referenced remarks by John Dramani Mahama at the 54th Delegates Conference of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), where he reaffirmed that attacks on teachers will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
The Ministry said it fully aligns with the President’s position and will continue to collaborate with law enforcement agencies and the judiciary to ensure justice is served and prevent further incidents.
It added that beyond condemning the violent behaviours, it is taking concrete steps through the court system to demand justice for victims.
