GES interdicts two watchmen over alleged assault at Bolgatanga Girls SHS

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted two watchmen of Bolgatanga Girls Senior High School with immediate effect following an alleged sexual assault involving a student of the school.

The two watchmen were also arrested and handed over to the Police to assist with investigations into the incident.

According to a statement issued by GES on Thursday, August 20, 2026, the alleged incident occurred when the student, identified as a special needs student who is on medication, reportedly suffered a relapse and required medical attention.

“It was during this period that the alleged sexual assault was said to have occurred,” the statement said.

GES said the interdiction forms part of its initial response to the allegations as thorough investigations continue.

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“Management has interdicted them with immediate effect,” the Service stated, adding that the appropriate sanctions would be applied based on the outcome of the investigations and in accordance with the GES Code of Conduct and the laws of Ghana.

The Service has also cautioned all staff to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and protect the safety, dignity and wellbeing of every student.

GES stressed that it would not tolerate any conduct that compromises the safety and wellbeing of students.

Management assured parents, guardians and the general public that the matter is being treated with the seriousness it deserves.

Read the statement below

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