The Methodist Church Ghana has issued a statement addressing reports of a Supreme Court suit involving Wesley Girls’ High School (WGHS), firmly rejecting claims that the school engages in discriminatory practices against students of other faiths.
In a press release dated November 28, 2025, the Church, proprietor of WGHS, said it had become aware through media reports of a case filed by Shafic Osman against the school’s Board of Governors, the Attorney-General, and the Ghana Education Service.
The Church noted that although it has not yet been formally served, it is taking steps to obtain official records to guide its legal response.
The statement emphasized that WGHS, founded in 1836, has nearly two centuries of history in providing holistic education to girls regardless of “race, creed, religion, or background.” It highlighted that students of diverse faiths, including Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, Hindus, Jehovah’s Witnesses, and atheists, have passed through the school.
Rejecting claims that WGHS discriminates because it is a “public school,” the Church clarified that although the institution receives government support, its Methodist identity remains intact and constitutionally protected.
According to the statement, the school requires all students to respect its traditions and adhere to systems designed to maintain unity, discipline, and order. Creating separate systems and practices for students of different religions, the Church argued, would lead to segregation and weaken school cohesion.
The Methodist Church also referenced a 2024 Memorandum of Understanding developed by major religious bodies, the National Peace Council, and education stakeholders, which guides harmonious coexistence in mission schools.
The Presiding Bishop, Most Rev. Prof. Johnson K. Asamoah-Gyadu, assured the public that the Church’s longstanding commitment to fairness, sound values, and respect for all faiths remains unchanged.
The Church added that it remains open to dialogue with stakeholders to promote peace, understanding, and mutual respect amid ongoing discussions about the case.
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