Education Ministry suspends post-WASSCE celebrations

The Ministry of Education has announced the suspension of all Senior High School graduation ceremonies nationwide, citing growing concerns about excessive displays of wealth and flamboyance during such events.

In a statement issued by the education minister's Press Secretary, Hashmin Mohammed, on June 20, 2026, the Ministry emphasised that schools are institutions for learning, discipline and character development and graduation ceremonies should reflect modesty and dignity rather than extravagance.

“The Ministry strongly condemns any conduct by students, parents, guardians, or other stakeholders that promotes extravagance and detracts from the true purpose of school ceremonies,” the release stated.

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The education minister, Haruna Iddrisu, has therefore directed the Director‑General of the Ghana Education Service (GES) to suspend all SHS graduation ceremonies with immediate effect, pending a review of existing guidelines.

"Consequently, the Honourable Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES) to suspend all Senior High School graduation ceremonies nationwide with immediate effect, pending a review of existing guidelines governing such events," the release added.

The Ministry further reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that school activities uphold discipline, responsibility, and moral development in line with the objectives of Ghana’s education system.



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