GES interdicts two watchmen over alleged sexual assault of special needs student at Bolgatanga Girls SHS

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has taken action against two watchmen at the Bolgatanga Girls Senior High School following an alleged sexual assault incident. According to the GES, the school received a report about the alleged event, which allegedly took place while the victim was receiving medical care. The student, identified as a special needs student on medication, had reportedly experienced a relapse on the day of the incident.

The two watchmen have been arrested and turned over to the police for further investigation. The GES immediately placed the suspects under interdiction as the matter is being looked into. In a statement, the GES emphasized that they would apply appropriate sanctions under the GES Code of Conduct and Ghanaian law, contingent on the investigation's outcome.

They cautioned all staff to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and protect students' safety, dignity, and well-being, stating zero tolerance for any actions that endanger students' welfare.

The GES assured parents, guardians, and the public that the matter is being handled with the utmost seriousness.