The Ministry of Education has issued a stern warning to students against attacking teachers in schools across the country.
The warning follows a series of assaults on teachers in some Senior High Schools.
In a statement dated Thursday, February 19, 2026, the Ministry emphasised that anyone, including students, who assaults teachers in the lawful performance of their duties will face the full rigour of the law.
“The Ministry notes with grave concern incidents involving assaults on teachers and related acts of violence in schools across the country,” the statement said. “We take strong exception to these developments and are determined to nip them in the bud. Perpetrators will face severe consequences under Ghanaian law.”
Recent cases cited by the Ministry include an assault at Kade Senior High Technical School, where all involved were arrested, arraigned before the Kade District Court, pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy and assault, and were subsequently convicted and fined.
The Ministry also condemned misconduct during the Super Zonal Sports Competition in the Eastern Region, which reportedly involved stabbing and an alleged sexual assault. The perpetrators have been arrested and are assisting police investigations, while victims are receiving medical and psycho-social support.
At West Africa Senior High School, two students and an accomplice have been arraigned before the Adenta Circuit Court for assaulting a teacher. They have been remanded in police custody for six weeks pending further proceedings.
Speaking at the 54th Delegates Conference of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), President John Dramani Mahama recounted a recent assault on a teacher during examinations and reaffirmed that no attack on teachers will be tolerated. He reiterated the government’s commitment to protecting educators and taking action against offenders.
The Ministry of Education stated that it aligns fully with the President’s position and says it will continue to work closely with law enforcement and the judiciary to ensure justice is served and prevent further incidents.
