Gov't to upgrade SHS science labs under US$300m World Bank project – Haruna Iddrisu

The Ashanti Regional Directorate of Education has initiated an investigation into two teachers at Pepease D/A Junior High School following an alleged altercation on the school premises. This development was reported by the Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, during a parliamentary session on Tuesday, November 10. According to Iddrisu, the Regional Director of Education has been mandated to conduct a thorough investigation and present the findings to the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES).

The GES has indicated that disciplinary actions will be taken against the educators in line with the GES Code of Conduct and Public Services Regulation. Iddrisu emphasized the gravity of such misconduct, especially when it occurs in the presence of students. The Minister pledged that the GES would thoroughly investigate the matter and enforce appropriate sanctions.

Additionally, the government is contemplating legislation to bolster the GES Code of Conduct, aiming to ensure that perpetrators are dealt with decisively and in accordance with the law.