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1st October 2025

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Okadjakrom SHS Teacher Misconduct Allegation Sparks Concern in Oti Region

A viral video alleging teacher misconduct at Okadjakrom SHS in the Oti Region has sparked debate. Here’s how GES has handled similar cases in the past and what may happen next.

Viral Video Raises Alarm

A video circulating on social media claims to show a teacher of Okadjakrom Senior High School (SHS) in the Oti Region engaged in alleged misconduct with a female student. The footage has drawn swift reactions from parents, alumni, and the wider public. Stakeholders are demanding swift action from the Ghana Education Service (GES) and law enforcement to verify the authenticity of the claims and protect the welfare of students.

Related: How GES Investigates Teacher Misconduct

Complexities Behind Allegations

While the video has gone viral, education experts stress the need for caution. Allegations of this nature require confidentiality, due process, and a formal investigation before conclusions are made. The GES Code of Professional Conduct guides how such matters are handled, emphasising the protection of students while safeguarding the rights of accused teachers until guilt is proven.

How GES Has Handled Past Cases

The GES has a long record of investigating teacher misconduct across Ghana, with varying outcomes depending on the evidence. For instance:

In 2018, a teacher in the Central Region was dismissed after investigations confirmed misconduct involving students.
In 2020, another teacher in the Ashanti Region faced suspension for inappropriate behaviour but was later reinstated after a disciplinary panel cleared him.
More recently, in 2023, a Northern Region teacher was prosecuted in court after the GES referred the case to the police due to the criminal nature of the allegations.

These precedents show that cases can result in dismissal, suspension, or criminal prosecution, depending on the findings of investigations.

Broader Implications for the Education Sector

Cases such as the one alleged at Okadjakrom SHS highlight the need for:

Stronger child safeguarding policies in schools.
Continuous ethics and professionalism training for teachers.
Greater involvement of School Management Committees (SMCs) and Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) in monitoring student welfare.

Civil society organisations, including Africa Education Watch (Eduwatch), have repeatedly called for stricter accountability mechanisms to protect learners and rebuild public trust in Ghana’s education system.

What Happens Next?

As of now, neither the GES nor the Oti Regional Directorate of Education has issued an official statement on the alleged incident. However, if the investigation confirms wrongdoing, possible sanctions could include:

Dismissal of the teacher from the service.
Withdrawal of teaching license by the National Teaching Council (NTC).
Legal action where criminal offences are established.

Until then, education stakeholders urge the public to avoid speculation that may compromise the rights of the student or teacher involved.

Related: GES Policies and Teacher Professional Standards

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