Speaking to Adom News, Mr. Nyamekye confirmed that three OSTECH students sustained injuries and are receiving treatment, including one who was admitted to the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital for internal bleeding.

He emphasized that, contrary to circulating rumours, no fatalities have occurred.

Mr. Nyamekye stated that the Education Director has scheduled a meeting at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 23, 2026, to announce decisions regarding the next steps.

The DCE also indicated that arrests have been made in connection with the incident, although the Regional Police Command has yet to confirm details. Investigations into the clash are ongoing as authorities work to restore order and ensure the safety of students during the competition.

The confrontation involved students from OSTECH and SWESBUS, escalating quickly into a physical fight. During the unrest, an OSTECH student was allegedly attacked by a group believed to be affiliated with SWESBUS, reportedly beaten with sticks and pelted with stones before bystanders intervened to bring the situation under control.

Footage circulating on social media captures the confusion at the scene, showing a crowd gathered around the injured student in the aftermath of the clash.

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Preliminary information indicates that the students seen in the footage belong to the institutions within the region. Authorities have assured the public that immediate steps are being taken to investigate the matter.

The Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has been directed to conduct a thorough probe. He is scheduled to meet with the Central Regional Director of GES, the relevant district directors, and the heads of the affected schools at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, February 23, 2026, at the GES headquarters in Accra.

While awaiting the outcome of the investigation, the Ministry emphasised that both the Education Minister and sector leaders view the incident with utmost seriousness. It further warned that individuals found culpable will face strict disciplinary action once investigations are concluded.

The Ministry of Education condenms, in the strongest terms, the acts of violence captured in the viral videos attached. Initial information indicates that the students captured in the videos are from two schools in the Central Region.

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— Dr. Clement Abas Apaak (@DrApaak) February 23, 2026

In a letter dated February 21, 2026, addressed to all heads of senior high and senior high technical schools in the Central Region, the Regional Director of Education described the incidents, captured in widely circulated videos, as disturbing, reprehensible, and wholly unacceptable.

According to the Directorate, the violent conduct undermines the core values of discipline, teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy competition that school sporting activities are meant to promote. It stressed that violence in any form has no place in school-sponsored programmes.

The statement further noted that such actions constitute a direct violation of the GES Code of Conduct for Students during Sporting Activities, particularly the policy requiring strict supervision of students during off-campus programmes, including the mandatory 20-to-1 student-teacher ratio.

Management disclosed that thorough investigations have commenced in collaboration with the affected schools and District Directors of Education to identify all persons involved. The Ghana Police Service has also been formally notified and is expected to take appropriate action where criminal conduct is established.

The Regional Directorate warned that students found culpable will face severe disciplinary sanctions under GES regulations and may also be subject to criminal prosecution where necessary.

School heads have consequently been directed to reinforce a zero-tolerance policy for violence, strengthen supervision and security at school programmes, ensure strict compliance with escort policies, and promote counselling initiatives to instil discipline and responsible conduct among students.

The GES reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the safety, integrity, and moral authority of educational institutions across the region.