Swedru School of Business (SWEBUS) has issued an unreserved apology following a viral video that captured an assault involving some of its students and a student of Obrachire Senior High School.
In a statement released on Wednesday, Management, Staff and Students of the school addressed what it described as “the recent incident captured in a video circulating on social media,” which shows an attack involving students from both institutions.
The school said it was deeply concerned about the development.
“We are deeply disturbed by this unfortunate incident,” the statement noted.
Management emphasised that the conduct displayed in the video does not reflect the values of the institution.
“The behaviour exhibited is unacceptable and does not represent the principles, discipline and standards upheld by Swedru School of Business,” the statement said.
It further stated that the actions captured in the footage violate the school’s Code of Conduct and the regulations of the Ghana Education Service (GES).
“As an institution committed to academic excellence, character development and responsible citizenship, we unequivocally condemn this act,” the statement stressed. “We do not tolerate violence or any behaviour that compromises the safety, dignity and well-being of others.”
The school extended what it described as an unqualified apology to key stakeholders, including the GES Headquarters, the Central Regional Directorate of Education, the Agona West Municipal Directorate of Education, alumni, the management, staff and students of Obrachire Senior High School, the affected student and family, parents, and the general public.
Management disclosed that it is cooperating fully with security and law enforcement agencies, adding that the students involved are currently with the authorities assisting investigations.
“We assure the public that appropriate disciplinary measures will be enforced in line with the outcome of ongoing investigations,” the statement added.
Beyond sanctions, the school pledged to reinforce its internal systems to prevent similar occurrences. It said efforts would be intensified in guidance and counselling, discipline enforcement and character education to promote respect, tolerance and peaceful coexistence among students.
Management also appealed for calm, urging the public to allow due process to take its course.
The statement concluded by reaffirming the school’s commitment to providing a safe, disciplined and supportive environment conducive to learning and mutual respect.
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