Why do we always get away with negligence? I hope we start to hold people accountable
Why do we always get away with negligence? I hope we start to hold people accountable
Abban 7 years ago
So sad,sorry for your loss.
So sad,sorry for your loss.
Ham 7 years ago
Beatrice Adom terrorizes every teacher and student to the extent that when you even buy a book to be handed over to your child, housemasters are afraid to receive the items as she has set up spy teachers on them.
Beatrice Adom terrorizes every teacher and student to the extent that when you even buy a book to be handed over to your child, housemasters are afraid to receive the items as she has set up spy teachers on them.
Asumadu 7 years ago
This is shocking to hear. How could they be so insensitive? Are they medical doctors to determine whether or not a child is qualified to immediately see a doctor? A precious life lost. Very sad indeed. May his soul RIP
This is shocking to hear. How could they be so insensitive? Are they medical doctors to determine whether or not a child is qualified to immediately see a doctor? A precious life lost. Very sad indeed. May his soul RIP
KK 7 years ago
You know many many students lie that they are unwell just to go home and so when the student becomes really ill the housemaster thinks its not true
You know many many students lie that they are unwell just to go home and so when the student becomes really ill the housemaster thinks its not true
guy man 7 years ago
you are very stupid, how do you blame students
you are very stupid, how do you blame students
kojo 7 years ago
No insults pls. Just make your point.
No insults pls. Just make your point.
Pauline 7 years ago
You speak the truth~ i am a former student and i regret ever attending that school
You speak the truth~ i am a former student and i regret ever attending that school
Mother of an old student 7 years ago
Achimota has always been biased against Akan students.The school is dominated by Ewe staff who go out of their way to give students with Akan names(particularly Ashanti names) very raw deal.Years back in the early 90s my olde ... read full comment
Achimota has always been biased against Akan students.The school is dominated by Ewe staff who go out of their way to give students with Akan names(particularly Ashanti names) very raw deal.Years back in the early 90s my oldest gained admission through a near perfect score at the common entrance.His junior twin brother with less powerful exam score was admitted to Prempeh Secondary in Kumasi.Now all my children were born and raised in Accra and speak Ga ten times better than Twi so it was a revelation when my oldest started complaining of harassment by the senior students and really hash treatment by the staff because of his very Ashanti name.On the other hand my younger twin fit in without incidents at Prempeh where there were as many Northerners,Ga,Akyems as were Ashanti students.I watched helplessly as the housemasters and other staff members at Achimota took it upon themselves to indirectly harass my son until he refused to go back for his third year.I forced him back preaching perseverance but his self esteem had been destroyed and he flunked at the O'level while his younger brother at Prempeh excelled.Luckily for us, their father managed to secure visas for us to join him here in America.Long story short,both of my sons are now well educated professionals(Oldest-Psychiatrist and youngest- Attorney with his own practice). Even though my youngest still speak glowingly about his time at Prempeh his older brother want nothing to do with the Achimota and it's old students Association.Achimota used to be one of the best if not "the" best school in Ghana until the Ewes took over.
agooji 7 years ago
This Headmistress of Achimota school need be replaced immediately for her negligence and must be prosecuted for her role in the death of the student
This Headmistress of Achimota school need be replaced immediately for her negligence and must be prosecuted for her role in the death of the student
Osmond 7 years ago
She has turned the school into her empire
She has turned the school into her empire
Breezy 7 years ago
Very true. The child's demise is an anticipated concequence of a set of rules needless to begin with and oppressive in nature. Trust me I know; I just completed there and hated every minute of it.
Very true. The child's demise is an anticipated concequence of a set of rules needless to begin with and oppressive in nature. Trust me I know; I just completed there and hated every minute of it.
Oh Jay! 7 years ago
Did he see the school nurse? If he did, why didn't the school nurse vouch for his exeat? Do school nurses also need permission from the housemasters when a student is in a critical health condition? Could we also say some sch ... read full comment
Did he see the school nurse? If he did, why didn't the school nurse vouch for his exeat? Do school nurses also need permission from the housemasters when a student is in a critical health condition? Could we also say some school nurses are not being responsible enough? I wonder.
Asem beba Dabi 7 years ago
No school nurse in any Ghana. Very apathetic, the Ghana health service and the nursing council are all clues institution that need overhauling
No school nurse in any Ghana. Very apathetic, the Ghana health service and the nursing council are all clues institution that need overhauling
F.M 7 years ago
Is the sch who have to apply for nurses.... But for your information the Achimota Hosp is just at the sch entrance....walking distance
Is the sch who have to apply for nurses.... But for your information the Achimota Hosp is just at the sch entrance....walking distance
Nana 7 years ago
All these Tsotsoo's nonsense must stop at once. All she and her subs. care about is the length of our children's hair, uniform being pimped, cutlasses and hoes being brought in,PTA collecting money for this building and that ... read full comment
All these Tsotsoo's nonsense must stop at once. All she and her subs. care about is the length of our children's hair, uniform being pimped, cutlasses and hoes being brought in,PTA collecting money for this building and that building and gate and unnecessary things. when it comes to important things , that is when they now play the fool. Every sensible adult should be able to tell if the child is sick or not especially when you have lived in the boarding house with this child for months. We have had enough of this nonsense.
withheld 7 years ago
this is indeed heartbreaking. My spirit is really down this morning.
this is indeed heartbreaking. My spirit is really down this morning.
ADJOA 7 years ago
Our hospitals are not equipped to make diagnosis.
Both young and old are dying unnecessarily
37 military hospital could have diagnosed the boy and treat him. He was there long enough to be saved.
Our hospitals are not equipped to make diagnosis.
Both young and old are dying unnecessarily
37 military hospital could have diagnosed the boy and treat him. He was there long enough to be saved.
kantankerous 7 years ago
It's called cerebral malaria.
It's called cerebral malaria.
Davis 7 years ago
this can never happen in Europe. this young boy lost his life because of irresponsibility n stupidity of school authorities...... RIP
this can never happen in Europe. this young boy lost his life because of irresponsibility n stupidity of school authorities...... RIP
Auntie Teresa 7 years ago
If house master was acting irresponsibly go above him. Call the principal
If house master was acting irresponsibly go above him. Call the principal
winnie 7 years ago
The principal is even worse..she would have even sent the sick child to the disciplinary committee for trying to make his mom take him home.. They are just Interested in unnecessary things..take this from a former student of ... read full comment
The principal is even worse..she would have even sent the sick child to the disciplinary committee for trying to make his mom take him home.. They are just Interested in unnecessary things..take this from a former student of the school
Withheld 7 years ago
Are we in Europe?
Don't people get tired of comparing Ghana to advanced countries?
This situation is unfortunate but wake up... This is Ghana
Are we in Europe?
Don't people get tired of comparing Ghana to advanced countries?
This situation is unfortunate but wake up... This is Ghana
Nana 7 years ago
Baldadash!!! You mean this is Ghana so things like this is permitted to happen?.. Shame on you!!
Baldadash!!! You mean this is Ghana so things like this is permitted to happen?.. Shame on you!!
South Africa 7 years ago
Nonsense. Just here in south Africa, Apply for a Postgraduate certificate in education, a module called educator as a Leader,Manager and Administrator. This Negligence iss punishable offence by law wherein the school authorit ... read full comment
Nonsense. Just here in south Africa, Apply for a Postgraduate certificate in education, a module called educator as a Leader,Manager and Administrator. This Negligence iss punishable offence by law wherein the school authorities can go to jail for this nonsense. I also passed through these idiotism but lacked knowledge to challenge them. May his soul rest in peace.
Eve 7 years ago
When you push your own baby out and care for him and he suddenly dies out of negligence and sure your comments will be different from what you've just said here. What is good for the goose is also good for the gander.
When you push your own baby out and care for him and he suddenly dies out of negligence and sure your comments will be different from what you've just said here. What is good for the goose is also good for the gander.
Gaatjou Nietsaan 7 years ago
Sorry i disagree. It happen also in europe. People have died even in the hospitals because doctors made the wrong decision. The only difference is that they ar held accountable here.
Sorry i disagree. It happen also in europe. People have died even in the hospitals because doctors made the wrong decision. The only difference is that they ar held accountable here.
MAN 7 years ago
CALL TO BOOK THE HEAD MASTER.
CALL TO BOOK THE HEAD MASTER.
Youli 7 years ago
Ghanaian parents are so afraid of these school authorities why ?
Achimota is a great school but if I don't have access to my son 24 hrs 7 days a week then I am no bringing my children there. My child life is more import ... read full comment
Ghanaian parents are so afraid of these school authorities why ?
Achimota is a great school but if I don't have access to my son 24 hrs 7 days a week then I am no bringing my children there. My child life is more important than any college degree.
Concerned parent 7 years ago
My advice to all parents: trust your child more than the school authorities. So as soon as you receive that call from your ward or a sympathetic staff about your ward's welfare, drop whatever you are doing and dash to the sch ... read full comment
My advice to all parents: trust your child more than the school authorities. So as soon as you receive that call from your ward or a sympathetic staff about your ward's welfare, drop whatever you are doing and dash to the school if even it's some ungodly hour!
Upon arrival assess the situation and if in your judgement or your instincts tell you to take your ward away, do so whether the authorities approve or not! School heads and staff are not like years gone by! Carelessness is very rife in the schools.
Why this advice? From personal experience that saved my ward's life!
My sympathies to the bereaved parents.
Youli 7 years ago
Absolutely
Absolutely
Also Concerned Parent 7 years ago
I fully agree with you as I had similar experience too. Heads of schools now behave as tin-gods! May his soul rest in peace!
I fully agree with you as I had similar experience too. Heads of schools now behave as tin-gods! May his soul rest in peace!
Osmond 7 years ago
I fully agree. Especially if your child is in Achimota School. I'm proud of my school but it is currently being run by the wrong person and some if her loyal subjects.
I fully agree. Especially if your child is in Achimota School. I'm proud of my school but it is currently being run by the wrong person and some if her loyal subjects.
DB 7 years ago
Concerned parent, you are spot on. It is your child not the headmaster or house master. If your child calls to say they are not well, as a parent act immediately on your gut feeling and instincts. Better safe than sorry. The ... read full comment
Concerned parent, you are spot on. It is your child not the headmaster or house master. If your child calls to say they are not well, as a parent act immediately on your gut feeling and instincts. Better safe than sorry. The school won't be closed down because of one incident
DKB 7 years ago
Concerned parent, you are spot on. It is your child not the headmaster's or house master's. If your child calls to say they are not well, as a parent act immediately on your gut feeling and instincts. Better safe than sorry. ... read full comment
Concerned parent, you are spot on. It is your child not the headmaster's or house master's. If your child calls to say they are not well, as a parent act immediately on your gut feeling and instincts. Better safe than sorry. The school won't be closed down because of one incident, there are over 1200 students in the school. Be proactive and follow your instincts. My heart bleeds, my sympathise to the parents, may the good lord comfort you.
Abeiku SW2 London 7 years ago
Very True
Very True
Krika 7 years ago
People don't care why ?
People don't care why ?
Nkrumah 7 years ago
Same shit every day. NEGLIGENCE. Yet the authorities do not want us to talk about it. 37 has become the sacred cow that must not be touched.
Same shit every day. NEGLIGENCE. Yet the authorities do not want us to talk about it. 37 has become the sacred cow that must not be touched.
Grayson Tema 7 years ago
The boy was there more than 24hrs . They could not diagnose him. If they did why no treatment?
37 almost killed my father. We took him from there to a private hospital and now he is fine.The doctors and nurses are no g ... read full comment
The boy was there more than 24hrs . They could not diagnose him. If they did why no treatment?
37 almost killed my father. We took him from there to a private hospital and now he is fine.The doctors and nurses are no good
Kofi Asare 7 years ago
In this case 37MH has got nothing to do with it...His housemaster watched for it to get to Malaria 3plus before he was sent to Achimota Hospital before he was even transferred to 37MH..so 37MH is not to be blamed
In this case 37MH has got nothing to do with it...His housemaster watched for it to get to Malaria 3plus before he was sent to Achimota Hospital before he was even transferred to 37MH..so 37MH is not to be blamed
Abotsi 7 years ago
My daughter nearly died at Tsito Sec Tech. But not for another teacher who called me my dear daughter would have died. Even when my Pastor rushed there to send the girl to the hospital, it was a fellow student who followed. ... read full comment
My daughter nearly died at Tsito Sec Tech. But not for another teacher who called me my dear daughter would have died. Even when my Pastor rushed there to send the girl to the hospital, it was a fellow student who followed. May God forgive us
Hayley B 7 years ago
The hospital need medical resources and compassionate doctors and nurses. They just don't care over there.
The hospital need medical resources and compassionate doctors and nurses. They just don't care over there.
Efua 7 years ago
Doctors, nurses, teachers etc all gave a duty of care. Professionals serving in this capacity need to travel to see how it's done in Europe . You chose to do that job so deliver well please.
Doctors, nurses, teachers etc all gave a duty of care. Professionals serving in this capacity need to travel to see how it's done in Europe . You chose to do that job so deliver well please.
Dabi Asem Beba 7 years ago
I was at More by at 2 am went to ER with a seemingly heart attack .met nurse she told if I didn't fall then I go and come back to the OPD
I was at More by at 2 am went to ER with a seemingly heart attack .met nurse she told if I didn't fall then I go and come back to the OPD
Kaakie 7 years ago
Hmmmm. I remember years ago. Only God had mercy on me and saved me. I''m really sad. RIP and my sympathy to the parents and family.
Hmmmm. I remember years ago. Only God had mercy on me and saved me. I''m really sad. RIP and my sympathy to the parents and family.
BB Quaye 7 years ago
37 military hospital is a death trap
37 military hospital is a death trap
a concerned parent 7 years ago
Achimota school is a death trap!!!
Achimota school is a death trap!!!
Amos 7 years ago
this is serious n uncultured behaviour on the part of the housemaster,I fully support the woman to investigate this matter
this is serious n uncultured behaviour on the part of the housemaster,I fully support the woman to investigate this matter
HONEST MAN 7 years ago
The authorities must come out and explain. When can this stop.A child complains and you play GOD? This cannot continue.
The authorities must come out and explain. When can this stop.A child complains and you play GOD? This cannot continue.
Nana 7 years ago
I agree with you a 100%
I agree with you a 100%
Efua 7 years ago
Or even go to the school yourself. Our children are our future. This obviously could happen but in Europe, teachers are more vigilant and take every health issue seriously.
Or even go to the school yourself. Our children are our future. This obviously could happen but in Europe, teachers are more vigilant and take every health issue seriously.
kwasi oduro 7 years ago
My sympathies to the Ansong family for their loss. But I'm unable to understand why Mrs. Ansong is asking that the school be closed down.
My sympathies to the Ansong family for their loss. But I'm unable to understand why Mrs. Ansong is asking that the school be closed down.
Gerald Nyarko 7 years ago
yeah you wouldnt be able to understand,if he was your only son or your only bro,allow the mum,because he is my cousin
yeah you wouldnt be able to understand,if he was your only son or your only bro,allow the mum,because he is my cousin
London 7 years ago
I really sympathise with your loss. Indeed there is to be proper investigation into the matter. I am sure big lessons will be learnt from today.
However to close down the whole school? To hold other children
(over a thou ... read full comment
I really sympathise with your loss. Indeed there is to be proper investigation into the matter. I am sure big lessons will be learnt from today.
However to close down the whole school? To hold other children
(over a thousand)to ransome? It will not bring your child back.
I pray God will grant you encouragement, strength and peace.
Kuki 7 years ago
My exact thoughts. Its really sad but the school wont be closed down because of this. If theres anyone to deal with, it would be the house master.
My exact thoughts. Its really sad but the school wont be closed down because of this. If theres anyone to deal with, it would be the house master.
Pauline 7 years ago
I attended that school but only for a while because of such careless behavior. They do not see the students as people they just saw us as pests. I left the school and went to a place where they treated me like a human being. ... read full comment
I attended that school but only for a while because of such careless behavior. They do not see the students as people they just saw us as pests. I left the school and went to a place where they treated me like a human being. I advice others to do the same
Lloyd, Washington, DC. 7 years ago
It is no more the school it used to be.
It is no more the school it used to be.
oxzy 7 years ago
Am highly disappointed about your comment, how can teacher see you as a pest?
Am highly disappointed about your comment, how can teacher see you as a pest?
Ama 7 years ago
This housemaster must be prosecuted and the school sued for negligence!!!.. he must not get away with it!!
This housemaster must be prosecuted and the school sued for negligence!!!.. he must not get away with it!!
Ama 7 years ago
This exaet thing sucks
This exaet thing sucks
Yayra 7 years ago
Aaaaaaaw. Real sad. Why. Aaaaaw.
Angel may yr soul rest peacefully.
Real sad
Aaaaaaaw. Real sad. Why. Aaaaaw.
Angel may yr soul rest peacefully.
Real sad
SNEB Asamoah 7 years ago
Being a house master is tough. No one sees your good deeds but always see the negatives.
Listen to both sides before your comment. Well what if it's not the teachers fault after investigation? Everyone should relax and wai ... read full comment
Being a house master is tough. No one sees your good deeds but always see the negatives.
Listen to both sides before your comment. Well what if it's not the teachers fault after investigation? Everyone should relax and wait for a formal investigation
Samuel Agyapong 7 years ago
Necessary investigations should be done and if the housemaster is at fault, he should be severely dealt with. We cannot tolerate this in our schools!!!! Our children cannot die due to people's negligence. Accountability must ... read full comment
Necessary investigations should be done and if the housemaster is at fault, he should be severely dealt with. We cannot tolerate this in our schools!!!! Our children cannot die due to people's negligence. Accountability must be enforced!!!!
Akora GNB 7 years ago
We understand it could be tough at times but that doesn't mean you and your colleagues must treat the students like prisoners. I was in the school from 2012-2015 so I know what I'm talking about. I was in Kwapong, your house ... read full comment
We understand it could be tough at times but that doesn't mean you and your colleagues must treat the students like prisoners. I was in the school from 2012-2015 so I know what I'm talking about. I was in Kwapong, your house and honestly you maltreated most of us. I recall one time you used a big PVC pipe to stroke me and some students like we were animals. I also recall when i was in form 1 you made me carry a mountain of rocks from one point of the boarding house to the far end of the boarding house. To be honest its not nice. I wish this case of the deceased will go far so the school will know the students aren't as happy as students from other schools are.
Akora Ama 7 years ago
Say this again o...we have all been through all sort of pain from the heads especially you..!Mr SNEB Asamoah in the name of being trained to be living waters to a thirsty land..so please don't pretend this is the first time s ... read full comment
Say this again o...we have all been through all sort of pain from the heads especially you..!Mr SNEB Asamoah in the name of being trained to be living waters to a thirsty land..so please don't pretend this is the first time sick people have been denied exeat.
Mijima 7 years ago
Thank you. My son is in that house at the moment and it is hell living there especially with Asamoah as the housemaster. My son fears him so much and hates his sight. You the old Akoras should write a unanimous letter to the ... read full comment
Thank you. My son is in that house at the moment and it is hell living there especially with Asamoah as the housemaster. My son fears him so much and hates his sight. You the old Akoras should write a unanimous letter to the headmistress and ministry of education. He must stop how he handles my children. For me, he hates me because l voice out that evil of him. What rubbish.
DKB 7 years ago
I was there in the 80's, the strictness was the same, nothing has really changed much, we ate gari and beans and fried plantain with weavels floating in the oil but thank God I am a proud product of Achimota school 30 years ... read full comment
I was there in the 80's, the strictness was the same, nothing has really changed much, we ate gari and beans and fried plantain with weavels floating in the oil but thank God I am a proud product of Achimota school 30 years on today. We as parents should not leave the health of our children in the hands of house master's and teachers. If my son tells me not to call the house master again, I will be there in a flash no matter what time of the day it is, that is alarm bells ringing.
I draw a line between illness and kids just not liking their house master or head. It is part of growing up, learning and discipline, you won't like your boss or every body you work with but you learn to manage the situation. But when it comes to the health and welfare of your children at school, TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS!!!!
Emmanuel Agyei 7 years ago
I want to ask you ...did you ever conduct investigation into student cases before taking them to DC and giving them punishments they didn't deserve. ....cos I quite remember I was brought to DC by Kate Aidoo ...my side of the ... read full comment
I want to ask you ...did you ever conduct investigation into student cases before taking them to DC and giving them punishments they didn't deserve. ....cos I quite remember I was brought to DC by Kate Aidoo ...my side of the story wasn't even listened because what the Assistant Head 1 brought me to DC. ...that was nonsense ...
Akora CN 7 years ago
Sooo true! They never listen to students at DC. He's here talking trash .
Sooo true! They never listen to students at DC. He's here talking trash .
nene 7 years ago
commot there
if it were to be your brother??
you know the meaning if death
u will Never see the person again
commot there
if it were to be your brother??
you know the meaning if death
u will Never see the person again
South Africa 7 years ago
Gyimii this is Negligence. Go read to find its meaning and consequences on teacher's
Gyimii this is Negligence. Go read to find its meaning and consequences on teacher's
Nana 7 years ago
Mr. Asamoah you must be ashamed of your self for trying to justify what has happened to the poor boy. how would you feel if that was your son? My advice to parents in Accra with their children in SHS's in accra should try as ... read full comment
Mr. Asamoah you must be ashamed of your self for trying to justify what has happened to the poor boy. how would you feel if that was your son? My advice to parents in Accra with their children in SHS's in accra should try as much as possible to keep their children as day students .These teachers only have time for unnecessary things and the safety of our children in the boarding houses are not as good as we the parents think and let's stop priding our selves with the boarding status of our children. for it is nothing to write home about.
Vic 7 years ago
There's nothing to hear from him, this is shear negligence
There's nothing to hear from him, this is shear negligence
Joseph 7 years ago
Be smart and think like a father...you housemaster's and house mistress takes orders thats are not sensible from your so called headmistress even if it doesn't make sense.you guys should sometimes use your Brain small.someone ... read full comment
Be smart and think like a father...you housemaster's and house mistress takes orders thats are not sensible from your so called headmistress even if it doesn't make sense.you guys should sometimes use your Brain small.someone's only son is dead and you're talking rubbish supporting this...
winnie 7 years ago
U are saying that because u are a teacher in the school. U guys do not value the students. U treat them like slaves and all u r interested in is punishing and taking them to DC. All because you are scared of Tsotsoo. ????
U are saying that because u are a teacher in the school. U guys do not value the students. U treat them like slaves and all u r interested in is punishing and taking them to DC. All because you are scared of Tsotsoo. ????
anonymous 7 years ago
Achimota school Authorities are fond of that stupidity, They are always doing that especially the girl houses ,I don't want to mention that house.They claim that's the rule meanwhile, it keeps on killing people . This head ... read full comment
Achimota school Authorities are fond of that stupidity, They are always doing that especially the girl houses ,I don't want to mention that house.They claim that's the rule meanwhile, it keeps on killing people . This head mistress should do something about it. , She keeps on making some unnecessary rules, This isn't the first time someone has died out if this. Why?? This isn't fair
?????wasThereSom 7 years ago
these teachers always think all students are liars.. Whenever we ask for exeats for sth urgent... They think we're lying.. They always want to see the problem at its peak before they give us the exeats.. And that teacher espe ... read full comment
these teachers always think all students are liars.. Whenever we ask for exeats for sth urgent... They think we're lying.. They always want to see the problem at its peak before they give us the exeats.. And that teacher especially.. Fond of threatening students.. Thinks he's a God.
And Achimota hospital.tooo...why??
You couldn't diagnose the student. And got kept him there.. Treating him for what??
Why didn't they transfer him earlier??
Were they waiting for an alarm to do so or the woman???
We need to wisen up.. And Achimota is too strict on students.!!
I'm fine now.
Koti 7 years ago
These attitude of school authorities is actually getting on my nerves. Headmasters sometimes behave in a manner which beats understanding of all. Mtcheeeew.
These attitude of school authorities is actually getting on my nerves. Headmasters sometimes behave in a manner which beats understanding of all. Mtcheeeew.
Alexander Ansong 7 years ago
I believe it is high time people show more seriousness to issues of such sort. My condolence to the family and the school. Very young man.
I believe it is high time people show more seriousness to issues of such sort. My condolence to the family and the school. Very young man.
Osei 7 years ago
What a sad news. The investigation must go on. It should not be swept under carpet
What a sad news. The investigation must go on. It should not be swept under carpet
Omni1 7 years ago
yeah that's good sonia we're all behind you for stupidy to stop happening
yeah that's good sonia we're all behind you for stupidy to stop happening
Akora Gracer Bondzie. 7 years ago
This happens every time, that's how the school is! How can the house master go and threaten the boy after he contacted his mum telling him he was ill. That's just not right. And this is not the first time, as I said, it happe ... read full comment
This happens every time, that's how the school is! How can the house master go and threaten the boy after he contacted his mum telling him he was ill. That's just not right. And this is not the first time, as I said, it happens every time! I'm an Akora of the school, when you're sick you must go to your house prefect, house nurse and house master to sign a On a piece of paper before you go to the school clinic, and even the clinic they barely do anything, before you'll be referred to the school hospital, which is worse. You can attend to the hospital with compliants about your stomach and they'll give you medication that don't even make sense.
Opoku UK 7 years ago
Sad news ! May his soul rest in perfect peace.
Sad news ! May his soul rest in perfect peace.
God strengthen you. 7 years ago
Very sad ! A handsome young talent lost to stupity ? My condolences. No ! But madam , where were you when he called to ask you not to call the housemaster again ? You've admitted that definetly the housemaster warned him; t ... read full comment
Very sad ! A handsome young talent lost to stupity ? My condolences. No ! But madam , where were you when he called to ask you not to call the housemaster again ? You've admitted that definetly the housemaster warned him; that's when you as a mother should have driven to the school. But it appears you sad back to watch things. Oh no !!! The signs were on the wall.
It's very sad to lose such a lovely boy. You delegated your responsibility to an uncaring institution and its housemaster. It is a trust betrayed.
Unknown 7 years ago
How can you blame the mother?
I am an old student of the school
Whenever you go against what your housemaster or mistress says
The trouble and insults you will get
It is something that has become a habit in the school ... read full comment
How can you blame the mother?
I am an old student of the school
Whenever you go against what your housemaster or mistress says
The trouble and insults you will get
It is something that has become a habit in the school
Why should I bring my son to a school and you tell me I can't come for him when there's an emergency ? This doesn't make sense
This habit of achimota staff should be put to a stop before others are hurt again
Ohenewaa 7 years ago
I'm not sure at the moment her mind went to the fact that the housemaster went to warn the boy. If the boy called back sounding reassuring and not scared then she would not have suspected. This is not the time to think about' ... read full comment
I'm not sure at the moment her mind went to the fact that the housemaster went to warn the boy. If the boy called back sounding reassuring and not scared then she would not have suspected. This is not the time to think about'if onlys'. It's time to take action. The school must be sanctioned for this great show of negligence and not the mother reprimanded for listening to her son.
DKB 7 years ago
Ohenewaa my son will not tell me went to be worried or not be worried. I tell him when to worry or not. As a parent, follow your instincts as I said before, it may be convenient to listen to your child as it reassures you the ... read full comment
Ohenewaa my son will not tell me went to be worried or not be worried. I tell him when to worry or not. As a parent, follow your instincts as I said before, it may be convenient to listen to your child as it reassures you the parent and puts your mind to rest, but if you know your children well, you gut feeling will kick in. You know when they are seeking attention and when it is real.
Elorm 7 years ago
This happens in every school..its so terrible .just sue the school
This happens in every school..its so terrible .just sue the school
Akora GNB 7 years ago
I wish this case goes far because the school treats the students like prisoners.
I'm an Akora of the school and I can say the school is really bad, and wouldn't want any of my friends or family go to that school, they treate ... read full comment
I wish this case goes far because the school treats the students like prisoners.
I'm an Akora of the school and I can say the school is really bad, and wouldn't want any of my friends or family go to that school, they treated us like prisoners and animals
akora unkown 7 years ago
argh this headmaster when will he change .such stupidity at. it highest peak ,u deny someone permission to go home ,hope he is dealt with very well .Rip young lad
argh this headmaster when will he change .such stupidity at. it highest peak ,u deny someone permission to go home ,hope he is dealt with very well .Rip young lad
Akora 7 years ago
The headmistress has kept too long...she has to be changed..yabre nu...
The headmistress has kept too long...she has to be changed..yabre nu...
Nanagogogko 7 years ago
WHENEVER YOUR KIDS CALL AND COMPLAIN OF SICKNESS PARENTS GO FOR THEM ,IF THEY DIDN'T ALLOW TELL IF SOMETHING HAPPENS YOU WOULD THEM RESPONSIBLE ,NONESENSE IS IT OXFORD UNIVERSITY
WHENEVER YOUR KIDS CALL AND COMPLAIN OF SICKNESS PARENTS GO FOR THEM ,IF THEY DIDN'T ALLOW TELL IF SOMETHING HAPPENS YOU WOULD THEM RESPONSIBLE ,NONESENSE IS IT OXFORD UNIVERSITY
sala 7 years ago
it happen in many schs especially de high schs
it happen in many schs especially de high schs
kka 7 years ago
More craze things happen over there but the media don't report.
More craze things happen over there but the media don't report.
naaw 7 years ago
I really don't get why kervin Moses died. This could have just been prevented by bringing the boy home and even the school's authorities were reluctant in sending the boy to the hospital thinking he would recover like every o ... read full comment
I really don't get why kervin Moses died. This could have just been prevented by bringing the boy home and even the school's authorities were reluctant in sending the boy to the hospital thinking he would recover like every one else until the very last minute they rushed him to the hospital
Ably 7 years ago
If ur ward goes through school and complete, just thank God. Something must be done about this, it must end.
If ur ward goes through school and complete, just thank God. Something must be done about this, it must end.
Yayra 7 years ago
Achimota school has toooo many strict rules and they follow them to the core. Even the stupid rules. It's by God's grace some of us survived there. This isn't the first time an issue of this sort has happened and the authorit ... read full comment
Achimota school has toooo many strict rules and they follow them to the core. Even the stupid rules. It's by God's grace some of us survived there. This isn't the first time an issue of this sort has happened and the authorities still won't learn from it.
But closing down the school ?
It's one thing to make sure those responsible are brought to book and another thing putting the education of other students on hold. The mother has lost a child yes, but other students shouldn't suffer for it.
Mijima 7 years ago
This nonsense must stop because death is irreversible. We like Achimota school but some of the housemasters have turned themselves into monsters such that they are unapproachable.Our children even fear to go near them. They h ... read full comment
This nonsense must stop because death is irreversible. We like Achimota school but some of the housemasters have turned themselves into monsters such that they are unapproachable.Our children even fear to go near them. They have their favourites amongst the children which is very bad. The housemasters should beware.
Atsu Azoka 7 years ago
Don't blame the housestaff. I support the parent's call for investigation. Whst is GES guidelines? What is the system being operated by the school? This what happens when power is giving to people and regulatory body seems ... read full comment
Don't blame the housestaff. I support the parent's call for investigation. Whst is GES guidelines? What is the system being operated by the school? This what happens when power is giving to people and regulatory body seems to have no authority. Go and find out how teachers are treated in the school and you will know that it Is not the fault of the house master.
froyolover 7 years ago
the teachers are supposed to support students not to condone every nonsense they call rules set by the head mistress... the housemaster should have helped the boy! his ghost will haunt him!
the teachers are supposed to support students not to condone every nonsense they call rules set by the head mistress... the housemaster should have helped the boy! his ghost will haunt him!
DB 7 years ago
Don't be stupid, look who's talking about ignorance, you are here talking about ghost and calling someone ignorant. If what Atsu said is above your level of reasoning don't come here making a fool of yourself.
Don't be stupid, look who's talking about ignorance, you are here talking about ghost and calling someone ignorant. If what Atsu said is above your level of reasoning don't come here making a fool of yourself.
froyolover 7 years ago
I was in Achimota and it was hell! I had a communicable skin disease an I couldn't even overstay my vacation because I didn't want to weed..THIS NONSENSE MUST STOP!!! Do you want all students to die or leave the school before ... read full comment
I was in Achimota and it was hell! I had a communicable skin disease an I couldn't even overstay my vacation because I didn't want to weed..THIS NONSENSE MUST STOP!!! Do you want all students to die or leave the school before you realize you're doing more harm than good??? change your attitude Mr 'scary' Asamoah. I rest my case
Atsu Azoka 7 years ago
Don't blame the housestaff. I support the parent's call for investigation. What is GES guidelines? What is the system being operated by the school? This is what happens when power is giving to people and regulatory body se ... read full comment
Don't blame the housestaff. I support the parent's call for investigation. What is GES guidelines? What is the system being operated by the school? This is what happens when power is giving to people and regulatory body seems to have no authority. Go and find out how teachers are treated in school and you will know that it Is not the fault of the house master.
Osmond 7 years ago
A responsible man would see a child's life above a few queries and other possible penalties. The housemasters I had when I was a student there just over a year ago would not have been this irresponsible
A responsible man would see a child's life above a few queries and other possible penalties. The housemasters I had when I was a student there just over a year ago would not have been this irresponsible
paa Kofi 7 years ago
Too bad a news...very heartbroken over hearing this. But why is the house master refusing to utter anything unless being authorized by the Headmistress??? Mrs Ansong, by condolences on ur lost. As for the authorities, they sh ... read full comment
Too bad a news...very heartbroken over hearing this. But why is the house master refusing to utter anything unless being authorized by the Headmistress??? Mrs Ansong, by condolences on ur lost. As for the authorities, they should face the music
Nana 7 years ago
"This is Ghana" so things like this should continue? Is that what you are saying? Shame on you
"This is Ghana" so things like this should continue? Is that what you are saying? Shame on you
Hayes 7 years ago
I suggest they sue the school,the ministry of education.Too many autocratic systems in our schools.
I suggest they sue the school,the ministry of education.Too many autocratic systems in our schools.
Oh Jay! 7 years ago
Did he see the school nurse? If he did, why didn't the school nurse vouch for his exeat? Do school nurses also need permission from the housemasters when a student is in a critical health condition? Could we also say some sch ... read full comment
Did he see the school nurse? If he did, why didn't the school nurse vouch for his exeat? Do school nurses also need permission from the housemasters when a student is in a critical health condition? Could we also say some school nurses are not being responsible enough? I wonder.
Osmond 7 years ago
I don't know why a sick person in Achimota School has to get to the point of death before taken seriously. Some housemasters in that school are not responsible enough to be handling kids. They still behave like final year stu ... read full comment
I don't know why a sick person in Achimota School has to get to the point of death before taken seriously. Some housemasters in that school are not responsible enough to be handling kids. They still behave like final year students of the school instead of being a fatherly figure. Am very disappointed but not surprised at all
Ernest 7 years ago
why is that when students are sick authorities dont give them permission why does the students take transportation fare from from them to go home this housemasteris very stupid and must charged for the death of this innocent ... read full comment
why is that when students are sick authorities dont give them permission why does the students take transportation fare from from them to go home this housemasteris very stupid and must charged for the death of this innocent boy the parents must take him to court.why do some people limit our right as ghanaians meanwhile we have our right to life. abaaa ghanaian leaders have to do something about this for we the people in ghana
Bismark 7 years ago
So Mr housemaster what is your excuse
So Mr housemaster what is your excuse
Naa 7 years ago
We had no school nurse at school.
We had no school nurse at school.
kwasi antonam 7 years ago
I'm extremely disappointed in the officials in charge of affairs at the school presently. This is not the Achimota we used to know. May God cause a change to protect his children. Amen.
I'm extremely disappointed in the officials in charge of affairs at the school presently. This is not the Achimota we used to know. May God cause a change to protect his children. Amen.
Hajia Asana 7 years ago
The house masters in that school are too into power.They handle these kid as if they are adults.They forget that this is the first time they are away from their parents. We will have to hold them accountable..
The house masters in that school are too into power.They handle these kid as if they are adults.They forget that this is the first time they are away from their parents. We will have to hold them accountable..
Monica Ansong 7 years ago
These incidents are becoming one too many in this country. Housemasters and mistresses are not doctors and one can never understand why they would want to assume that role. If you think the child is feigning take the child th ... read full comment
These incidents are becoming one too many in this country. Housemasters and mistresses are not doctors and one can never understand why they would want to assume that role. If you think the child is feigning take the child tho a competent person to ascertain that and punish accordingly to deter others, but to refuse a child Medicare leading to death is so horrid. Another young and promising life cut short. My heart goes out to Mrs Ansong. May God comfort you.
Monica Ansong 7 years ago
These incidents in second cycle schools are becoming one too many. Housemistresses and housenasters are not doctors. When they feel a student is feigning they should seek clarity by sending the child to hospital to ascertain ... read full comment
These incidents in second cycle schools are becoming one too many. Housemistresses and housenasters are not doctors. When they feel a student is feigning they should seek clarity by sending the child to hospital to ascertain the truth and punish accordingly to deter others but this wanton display of authority resulting in senseless death should stop. A young and promising life gone to wastr. My heart goes out to Mrs. Ansong. May God comfort you.
DA 7 years ago
So sorry for your loss.if these thin Gods in the schools in Ghana are not punished and made to pay for wrong doing they will never learn a lesson.the family should sue the school for negligence.You only take care of the child ... read full comment
So sorry for your loss.if these thin Gods in the schools in Ghana are not punished and made to pay for wrong doing they will never learn a lesson.the family should sue the school for negligence.You only take care of the children in your care but you don't own them even if it was a cough they should have sent the child to the hospital to see a doctor.
Vgggvgy 7 years ago
Housemaster in deep trouble i say
Housemaster in deep trouble i say
adwoa 7 years ago
sometimes we should allow the children to go home when they are sick its true that the school is taken care but I think when parent pick them and treat them is the best. after, they will definitely report back to school. the ... read full comment
sometimes we should allow the children to go home when they are sick its true that the school is taken care but I think when parent pick them and treat them is the best. after, they will definitely report back to school. the authorities should be advice. madam take heart so sad.
Wisdom macony 7 years ago
Mum you must know that God gives and he takes.
Mum you must know that God gives and he takes.
Vic 7 years ago
God does not give and take. You think God is heaven trying to cause pain for his children? This is abuse and neglect from the school authorities.
God does not give and take. You think God is heaven trying to cause pain for his children? This is abuse and neglect from the school authorities.
Osei Serwaa Sei 7 years ago
This is a sad story. How Ghana has negligently allow a beautiful life of Kofi Mosses to be lost. I can't stop the tears.
This is a sad story. How Ghana has negligently allow a beautiful life of Kofi Mosses to be lost. I can't stop the tears.
Ishmeal abraham 7 years ago
So sad,it is painful,may the almighty lord act against those people
So sad,it is painful,may the almighty lord act against those people
abs 7 years ago
very stupid heads and housemasters.R they the ones to learn for the boy while he goes home to cure himself.It shall surely be their childs turn elsewhere cos God is watching.
very stupid heads and housemasters.R they the ones to learn for the boy while he goes home to cure himself.It shall surely be their childs turn elsewhere cos God is watching.
Abeiku SW2 London 7 years ago
RIP Mister ... the house master is either stupid or foolish ... these children are in your care and in situations like this where the child insists they are not well u don't dig in your heels to prove a f*cking point ... m ... read full comment
RIP Mister ... the house master is either stupid or foolish ... these children are in your care and in situations like this where the child insists they are not well u don't dig in your heels to prove a f*cking point ... make sure they are taken to the hospital for the Doctors to determine if they are or not .. waste of life .. bet u ve regretted now
Aade London 7 years ago
ENOUGH IS ENOUGH OF THESE SEMI GOD HOUSEMASTERSAID!! ME IF MY CHILDREN CALLS ME TO COMPLAIN OF ILLNESS WHILST IN SCHOOL, WHETHER THEY LIKE UTILITY OR NOT I WOULD BE THERE BEFORE THEY WILL SAY JACK. SEE THE POSTURE OF THE HOUS ... read full comment
ENOUGH IS ENOUGH OF THESE SEMI GOD HOUSEMASTERSAID!! ME IF MY CHILDREN CALLS ME TO COMPLAIN OF ILLNESS WHILST IN SCHOOL, WHETHER THEY LIKE UTILITY OR NOT I WOULD BE THERE BEFORE THEY WILL SAY JACK. SEE THE POSTURE OF THE HOUSEMASTER? "IT'S NOT AN ISSUE" MY SON WON'T BE USED FOR SACRIFICE.
nene 7 years ago
they think about the rich children first
their parents settle them that's why
God is not dead
some of you will pay dearly with your children's life
an eye for an eye
they think about the rich children first
their parents settle them that's why
God is not dead
some of you will pay dearly with your children's life
an eye for an eye
Deep Well 7 years ago
ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS:
1. When did Kelvin report sick to the school authorities?
2. Did he receive due attention as required by policy?
3. Were the parents notified and when?
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ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS:
1. When did Kelvin report sick to the school authorities?
2. Did he receive due attention as required by policy?
3. Were the parents notified and when?
....R.I.P Kelvin and my condolences to the friend......Take legal action convincingly.
Kofi 7 years ago
I've been in this situation before when I was a high school freshman. When I was declined permission to go to the hospital, a senior helped me elude the school authority before I could get myself admitted. I was in a very cri ... read full comment
I've been in this situation before when I was a high school freshman. When I was declined permission to go to the hospital, a senior helped me elude the school authority before I could get myself admitted. I was in a very critical condition. God would judge some of these housemasters!!!
TK 7 years ago
This is heart breaking. Infact I'm very much disappointed in the school authorities. Feeling very angry.
This is heart breaking. Infact I'm very much disappointed in the school authorities. Feeling very angry.
akuya 7 years ago
This thing Needs to be looked into....what kind of bullshit is this...common exeat u couldn't gv to this boy.. .what if he was your son how would u feel
This thing Needs to be looked into....what kind of bullshit is this...common exeat u couldn't gv to this boy.. .what if he was your son how would u feel
Christi 7 years ago
Awww, so sad. May his soul RIPP. May God keep him in his bossom. Amen!
Awww, so sad. May his soul RIPP. May God keep him in his bossom. Amen!
Old student 7 years ago
The administration of the school just makes the teachers heartless because in some cases the house staff can do something about it but just because it's against the "rules" of the school they will rather chose to obey ... read full comment
The administration of the school just makes the teachers heartless because in some cases the house staff can do something about it but just because it's against the "rules" of the school they will rather chose to obey the rules just to get a good name in the sight of the heads to the detriment of the students which is very bad. I don't see why the hospital is on the schools premises but yet when a student is in a critical state he or she needs a medical chit to be signed before he/she is sent there. There are some instances where more than one person is to send the person to the hospital but teachers will sack other students who are helping the sick child to the hospital, the most annoying part is when the teacher driving the students away is driving but he won't even offer to send the helpless person in his car. This attitude of Ghanaians is very appalling it's not sending us anywhere and we ought to change.
Cudjoe,Peki 7 years ago
I will blame the mother partly too ur son called that he was not feeling well.Yes there is a housemaster but it's your responsibility to go straight to the school and see for your self why he called n did not want to depend o ... read full comment
I will blame the mother partly too ur son called that he was not feeling well.Yes there is a housemaster but it's your responsibility to go straight to the school and see for your self why he called n did not want to depend on the house master. His second call should have prompted you about the housemaster: don't call the housemaster again. Immediately u got to know there's something wrong. Young cute boy gone because of cerebral malaria..which can be treated easily by the hospital just at the entrance of the school.
Old student 7 years ago
The administration should stop acting like they don't have children they don't even allow their kids to be in the boarding house because they know the rules there are senseless and sometimes the students are treated li ... read full comment
The administration should stop acting like they don't have children they don't even allow their kids to be in the boarding house because they know the rules there are senseless and sometimes the students are treated like animals which is so painful despite the fact that the school is a good school doesn't mean they should punish the students in the name of good training most of their rules are bullshit this case should be looked into very well and they should learn from it
Yaa 7 years ago
Authorities in Achimota School must sit up. As a parent I have had serious issues with their attitude in handling our children independtly when they are sick. I think they are inefficient cos the follow up to Achimot ... read full comment
Authorities in Achimota School must sit up. As a parent I have had serious issues with their attitude in handling our children independtly when they are sick. I think they are inefficient cos the follow up to Achimota hospital has serious lags .No food sometimes n no visit from authorities. I am talking frpm experience. It is appalling .Students are not allowed to call their parents when sick. Pls investigate this case thoroughly to avoid more tragic n unnecessary death. My heartfelt condolences to the family. May he RIP.
Robby 7 years ago
This is sad, the achimota hospital is the last place you want to be, they give drugs that prolong your stay at the hospital to raise your bills. Every time i went there i had to secretly contact my dad to bring me medicine an ... read full comment
This is sad, the achimota hospital is the last place you want to be, they give drugs that prolong your stay at the hospital to raise your bills. Every time i went there i had to secretly contact my dad to bring me medicine and within the next two or three days id be out, but i quiet recall that the person i went to meet at the hospital who had malaria was still there when i was leaving. My condolences to the family. I pray that the good lord comfort you in these hard times
.... Efo Godson 7 years ago
heartless stupid asshole housemaster n principal police must arrest n prosecute them ...the boy lost his life n might be he's the only child the parent have.
heartless stupid asshole housemaster n principal police must arrest n prosecute them ...the boy lost his life n might be he's the only child the parent have.
Ernest 7 years ago
My condolences to the family of this young boy. May his soul rest in perfect peace.
it is unfortunate this has happened, I will however appeal to both the parents and school authorities to handle the issue in an amicable wa ... read full comment
My condolences to the family of this young boy. May his soul rest in perfect peace.
it is unfortunate this has happened, I will however appeal to both the parents and school authorities to handle the issue in an amicable way. I don't think the school authorities knew the child would die if he is denied the permission to go home. At times, the attitude of some students to leave the sight of school authorities without any tangible reason makes some school authorities deny exit excuses by students. It is for the good of our children that at times school authorities take some of these decisions. Please let's handle this issue with all the attention it needs.
Alex Kwakye 7 years ago
Had a similar experience with my son in achimota school, he had been in and out of achimota hospital on several occasions for one ailment or the other. I spoke to the housemaster to request that my son be granted an exeat on ... read full comment
Had a similar experience with my son in achimota school, he had been in and out of achimota hospital on several occasions for one ailment or the other. I spoke to the housemaster to request that my son be granted an exeat on July 1st which was a Friday so he could take advantage of the long weekend and have a medical check-up. This request was refused and the housemaster asked me to write formally to the headmistress requesting for the exeat. How can school authorities be so insensitive and downright stupid in the name of discipline? This death is unnecessary and really hurts.
Yaw B 7 years ago
I am so sorry. This is a very very sad story. May his young soul rest in peace.
I am so sorry. This is a very very sad story. May his young soul rest in peace.
Kwabena kyei 7 years ago
This is what Achimota school is doing to our children and 4 students are dead and 2 teaching and non teaching staff are also dead..
This is what Achimota school is doing to our children and 4 students are dead and 2 teaching and non teaching staff are also dead..
Macbins 7 years ago
I went to Achimota school , and I know that's how they behave . We use to lose our friends yearly due to this same situation . All the staffs are not correct .
Go back to history , which school has the most death in a year ... read full comment
I went to Achimota school , and I know that's how they behave . We use to lose our friends yearly due to this same situation . All the staffs are not correct .
Go back to history , which school has the most death in a year . Is Motown
Nii Nmai, Dallas,TX, U. S. A 7 years ago
We have not heard the school's version of what happened but if what we have heard so far is anything to go by then I will say Maame, get a good lawyer and sue the school and GES. It may amount to nothing but this could be the ... read full comment
We have not heard the school's version of what happened but if what we have heard so far is anything to go by then I will say Maame, get a good lawyer and sue the school and GES. It may amount to nothing but this could be the begin of the change that is needed. People get off with such bad decisions and until they are held accountable such silly behaviors are not going to cease. Please, lawyers, can someone take this case Pro Bono?
We must start something at least.
This is murder. How in the world would you be able to live beside yourself with such a thing around your neck.
This is very, very painful. A heartbreaking piece. A heart wrenching story.A young man's life had been cut short due to negligence on the part of the one put in charge to protect and care for him. Housemaster, you're to seek his welfare as well as his well being.I do not think if this boy had been your son this is not how you would behave.
This really really hurts andI am very sad. Very, very sad.
Kervin, rest in perfect peace.
Nii Nmai, Dallas,TX, U. S. A 7 years ago
Concerned Parent, your comment is the best so far. Kudos.
If your child is sacked from that school it is much better to have your child living.
Concerned Parent, your comment is the best so far. Kudos.
If your child is sacked from that school it is much better to have your child living.
Abena 7 years ago
Oh rest in peace. I'm just disappointed in the school.
Oh rest in peace. I'm just disappointed in the school.
Rabena 7 years ago
This is very very sad....Achimota has indeed fallen from it's glory.l had my younger brother who is Achimota facing
the same challenge but fortunately for him my parents stood firm to take care of him despite what his house ... read full comment
This is very very sad....Achimota has indeed fallen from it's glory.l had my younger brother who is Achimota facing
the same challenge but fortunately for him my parents stood firm to take care of him despite what his house master said and because of that my younger brother is stiil among the living.This is very sad and Achimota school should be held responsible.Negligence is unpardonable.
Why do we always get away with negligence? I hope we start to hold people accountable
So sad,sorry for your loss.
Beatrice Adom terrorizes every teacher and student to the extent that when you even buy a book to be handed over to your child, housemasters are afraid to receive the items as she has set up spy teachers on them.
This is shocking to hear. How could they be so insensitive? Are they medical doctors to determine whether or not a child is qualified to immediately see a doctor? A precious life lost. Very sad indeed. May his soul RIP
You know many many students lie that they are unwell just to go home and so when the student becomes really ill the housemaster thinks its not true
you are very stupid, how do you blame students
No insults pls. Just make your point.
You speak the truth~ i am a former student and i regret ever attending that school
Achimota has always been biased against Akan students.The school is dominated by Ewe staff who go out of their way to give students with Akan names(particularly Ashanti names) very raw deal.Years back in the early 90s my olde ...
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This Headmistress of Achimota school need be replaced immediately for her negligence and must be prosecuted for her role in the death of the student
She has turned the school into her empire
Very true. The child's demise is an anticipated concequence of a set of rules needless to begin with and oppressive in nature. Trust me I know; I just completed there and hated every minute of it.
Did he see the school nurse? If he did, why didn't the school nurse vouch for his exeat? Do school nurses also need permission from the housemasters when a student is in a critical health condition? Could we also say some sch ...
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No school nurse in any Ghana. Very apathetic, the Ghana health service and the nursing council are all clues institution that need overhauling
Is the sch who have to apply for nurses.... But for your information the Achimota Hosp is just at the sch entrance....walking distance
All these Tsotsoo's nonsense must stop at once. All she and her subs. care about is the length of our children's hair, uniform being pimped, cutlasses and hoes being brought in,PTA collecting money for this building and that ...
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this is indeed heartbreaking. My spirit is really down this morning.
Our hospitals are not equipped to make diagnosis.
Both young and old are dying unnecessarily
37 military hospital could have diagnosed the boy and treat him. He was there long enough to be saved.
It's called cerebral malaria.
this can never happen in Europe. this young boy lost his life because of irresponsibility n stupidity of school authorities...... RIP
If house master was acting irresponsibly go above him. Call the principal
The principal is even worse..she would have even sent the sick child to the disciplinary committee for trying to make his mom take him home.. They are just Interested in unnecessary things..take this from a former student of ...
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Are we in Europe?
Don't people get tired of comparing Ghana to advanced countries?
This situation is unfortunate but wake up... This is Ghana
Baldadash!!! You mean this is Ghana so things like this is permitted to happen?.. Shame on you!!
Nonsense. Just here in south Africa, Apply for a Postgraduate certificate in education, a module called educator as a Leader,Manager and Administrator. This Negligence iss punishable offence by law wherein the school authorit ...
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When you push your own baby out and care for him and he suddenly dies out of negligence and sure your comments will be different from what you've just said here. What is good for the goose is also good for the gander.
Sorry i disagree. It happen also in europe. People have died even in the hospitals because doctors made the wrong decision. The only difference is that they ar held accountable here.
CALL TO BOOK THE HEAD MASTER.
Ghanaian parents are so afraid of these school authorities why ?
Achimota is a great school but if I don't have access to my son 24 hrs 7 days a week then I am no bringing my children there. My child life is more import ...
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My advice to all parents: trust your child more than the school authorities. So as soon as you receive that call from your ward or a sympathetic staff about your ward's welfare, drop whatever you are doing and dash to the sch ...
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Absolutely
I fully agree with you as I had similar experience too. Heads of schools now behave as tin-gods! May his soul rest in peace!
I fully agree. Especially if your child is in Achimota School. I'm proud of my school but it is currently being run by the wrong person and some if her loyal subjects.
Concerned parent, you are spot on. It is your child not the headmaster or house master. If your child calls to say they are not well, as a parent act immediately on your gut feeling and instincts. Better safe than sorry. The ...
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Concerned parent, you are spot on. It is your child not the headmaster's or house master's. If your child calls to say they are not well, as a parent act immediately on your gut feeling and instincts. Better safe than sorry. ...
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Very True
People don't care why ?
Same shit every day. NEGLIGENCE. Yet the authorities do not want us to talk about it. 37 has become the sacred cow that must not be touched.
The boy was there more than 24hrs . They could not diagnose him. If they did why no treatment?
37 almost killed my father. We took him from there to a private hospital and now he is fine.The doctors and nurses are no g ...
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In this case 37MH has got nothing to do with it...His housemaster watched for it to get to Malaria 3plus before he was sent to Achimota Hospital before he was even transferred to 37MH..so 37MH is not to be blamed
My daughter nearly died at Tsito Sec Tech. But not for another teacher who called me my dear daughter would have died. Even when my Pastor rushed there to send the girl to the hospital, it was a fellow student who followed. ...
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The hospital need medical resources and compassionate doctors and nurses. They just don't care over there.
Doctors, nurses, teachers etc all gave a duty of care. Professionals serving in this capacity need to travel to see how it's done in Europe . You chose to do that job so deliver well please.
I was at More by at 2 am went to ER with a seemingly heart attack .met nurse she told if I didn't fall then I go and come back to the OPD
Hmmmm. I remember years ago. Only God had mercy on me and saved me. I''m really sad. RIP and my sympathy to the parents and family.
37 military hospital is a death trap
Achimota school is a death trap!!!
this is serious n uncultured behaviour on the part of the housemaster,I fully support the woman to investigate this matter
The authorities must come out and explain. When can this stop.A child complains and you play GOD? This cannot continue.
I agree with you a 100%
Or even go to the school yourself. Our children are our future. This obviously could happen but in Europe, teachers are more vigilant and take every health issue seriously.
My sympathies to the Ansong family for their loss. But I'm unable to understand why Mrs. Ansong is asking that the school be closed down.
yeah you wouldnt be able to understand,if he was your only son or your only bro,allow the mum,because he is my cousin
I really sympathise with your loss. Indeed there is to be proper investigation into the matter. I am sure big lessons will be learnt from today.
However to close down the whole school? To hold other children
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My exact thoughts. Its really sad but the school wont be closed down because of this. If theres anyone to deal with, it would be the house master.
I attended that school but only for a while because of such careless behavior. They do not see the students as people they just saw us as pests. I left the school and went to a place where they treated me like a human being. ...
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It is no more the school it used to be.
Am highly disappointed about your comment, how can teacher see you as a pest?
This housemaster must be prosecuted and the school sued for negligence!!!.. he must not get away with it!!
This exaet thing sucks
Aaaaaaaw. Real sad. Why. Aaaaaw.
Angel may yr soul rest peacefully.
Real sad
Being a house master is tough. No one sees your good deeds but always see the negatives.
Listen to both sides before your comment. Well what if it's not the teachers fault after investigation? Everyone should relax and wai ...
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Necessary investigations should be done and if the housemaster is at fault, he should be severely dealt with. We cannot tolerate this in our schools!!!! Our children cannot die due to people's negligence. Accountability must ...
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We understand it could be tough at times but that doesn't mean you and your colleagues must treat the students like prisoners. I was in the school from 2012-2015 so I know what I'm talking about. I was in Kwapong, your house ...
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Say this again o...we have all been through all sort of pain from the heads especially you..!Mr SNEB Asamoah in the name of being trained to be living waters to a thirsty land..so please don't pretend this is the first time s ...
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Thank you. My son is in that house at the moment and it is hell living there especially with Asamoah as the housemaster. My son fears him so much and hates his sight. You the old Akoras should write a unanimous letter to the ...
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I was there in the 80's, the strictness was the same, nothing has really changed much, we ate gari and beans and fried plantain with weavels floating in the oil but thank God I am a proud product of Achimota school 30 years ...
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I want to ask you ...did you ever conduct investigation into student cases before taking them to DC and giving them punishments they didn't deserve. ....cos I quite remember I was brought to DC by Kate Aidoo ...my side of the ...
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Sooo true! They never listen to students at DC. He's here talking trash .
commot there
if it were to be your brother??
you know the meaning if death
u will Never see the person again
Gyimii this is Negligence. Go read to find its meaning and consequences on teacher's
Mr. Asamoah you must be ashamed of your self for trying to justify what has happened to the poor boy. how would you feel if that was your son? My advice to parents in Accra with their children in SHS's in accra should try as ...
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There's nothing to hear from him, this is shear negligence
Be smart and think like a father...you housemaster's and house mistress takes orders thats are not sensible from your so called headmistress even if it doesn't make sense.you guys should sometimes use your Brain small.someone ...
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U are saying that because u are a teacher in the school. U guys do not value the students. U treat them like slaves and all u r interested in is punishing and taking them to DC. All because you are scared of Tsotsoo. ????
Achimota school Authorities are fond of that stupidity, They are always doing that especially the girl houses ,I don't want to mention that house.They claim that's the rule meanwhile, it keeps on killing people . This head ...
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these teachers always think all students are liars.. Whenever we ask for exeats for sth urgent... They think we're lying.. They always want to see the problem at its peak before they give us the exeats.. And that teacher espe ...
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These attitude of school authorities is actually getting on my nerves. Headmasters sometimes behave in a manner which beats understanding of all. Mtcheeeew.
I believe it is high time people show more seriousness to issues of such sort. My condolence to the family and the school. Very young man.
What a sad news. The investigation must go on. It should not be swept under carpet
yeah that's good sonia we're all behind you for stupidy to stop happening
This happens every time, that's how the school is! How can the house master go and threaten the boy after he contacted his mum telling him he was ill. That's just not right. And this is not the first time, as I said, it happe ...
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Sad news ! May his soul rest in perfect peace.
Very sad ! A handsome young talent lost to stupity ? My condolences. No ! But madam , where were you when he called to ask you not to call the housemaster again ? You've admitted that definetly the housemaster warned him; t ...
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How can you blame the mother?
I am an old student of the school
Whenever you go against what your housemaster or mistress says
The trouble and insults you will get
It is something that has become a habit in the school ...
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I'm not sure at the moment her mind went to the fact that the housemaster went to warn the boy. If the boy called back sounding reassuring and not scared then she would not have suspected. This is not the time to think about' ...
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Ohenewaa my son will not tell me went to be worried or not be worried. I tell him when to worry or not. As a parent, follow your instincts as I said before, it may be convenient to listen to your child as it reassures you the ...
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This happens in every school..its so terrible .just sue the school
I wish this case goes far because the school treats the students like prisoners.
I'm an Akora of the school and I can say the school is really bad, and wouldn't want any of my friends or family go to that school, they treate ...
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argh this headmaster when will he change .such stupidity at. it highest peak ,u deny someone permission to go home ,hope he is dealt with very well .Rip young lad
The headmistress has kept too long...she has to be changed..yabre nu...
WHENEVER YOUR KIDS CALL AND COMPLAIN OF SICKNESS PARENTS GO FOR THEM ,IF THEY DIDN'T ALLOW TELL IF SOMETHING HAPPENS YOU WOULD THEM RESPONSIBLE ,NONESENSE IS IT OXFORD UNIVERSITY
it happen in many schs especially de high schs
More craze things happen over there but the media don't report.
I really don't get why kervin Moses died. This could have just been prevented by bringing the boy home and even the school's authorities were reluctant in sending the boy to the hospital thinking he would recover like every o ...
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If ur ward goes through school and complete, just thank God. Something must be done about this, it must end.
Achimota school has toooo many strict rules and they follow them to the core. Even the stupid rules. It's by God's grace some of us survived there. This isn't the first time an issue of this sort has happened and the authorit ...
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This nonsense must stop because death is irreversible. We like Achimota school but some of the housemasters have turned themselves into monsters such that they are unapproachable.Our children even fear to go near them. They h ...
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Don't blame the housestaff. I support the parent's call for investigation. Whst is GES guidelines? What is the system being operated by the school? This what happens when power is giving to people and regulatory body seems ...
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the teachers are supposed to support students not to condone every nonsense they call rules set by the head mistress... the housemaster should have helped the boy! his ghost will haunt him!
Don't be stupid, look who's talking about ignorance, you are here talking about ghost and calling someone ignorant. If what Atsu said is above your level of reasoning don't come here making a fool of yourself.
I was in Achimota and it was hell! I had a communicable skin disease an I couldn't even overstay my vacation because I didn't want to weed..THIS NONSENSE MUST STOP!!! Do you want all students to die or leave the school before ...
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Don't blame the housestaff. I support the parent's call for investigation. What is GES guidelines? What is the system being operated by the school? This is what happens when power is giving to people and regulatory body se ...
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A responsible man would see a child's life above a few queries and other possible penalties. The housemasters I had when I was a student there just over a year ago would not have been this irresponsible
Too bad a news...very heartbroken over hearing this. But why is the house master refusing to utter anything unless being authorized by the Headmistress??? Mrs Ansong, by condolences on ur lost. As for the authorities, they sh ...
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"This is Ghana" so things like this should continue? Is that what you are saying? Shame on you
I suggest they sue the school,the ministry of education.Too many autocratic systems in our schools.
Did he see the school nurse? If he did, why didn't the school nurse vouch for his exeat? Do school nurses also need permission from the housemasters when a student is in a critical health condition? Could we also say some sch ...
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I don't know why a sick person in Achimota School has to get to the point of death before taken seriously. Some housemasters in that school are not responsible enough to be handling kids. They still behave like final year stu ...
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why is that when students are sick authorities dont give them permission why does the students take transportation fare from from them to go home this housemasteris very stupid and must charged for the death of this innocent ...
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So Mr housemaster what is your excuse
We had no school nurse at school.
I'm extremely disappointed in the officials in charge of affairs at the school presently. This is not the Achimota we used to know. May God cause a change to protect his children. Amen.
The house masters in that school are too into power.They handle these kid as if they are adults.They forget that this is the first time they are away from their parents. We will have to hold them accountable..
These incidents are becoming one too many in this country. Housemasters and mistresses are not doctors and one can never understand why they would want to assume that role. If you think the child is feigning take the child th ...
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These incidents in second cycle schools are becoming one too many. Housemistresses and housenasters are not doctors. When they feel a student is feigning they should seek clarity by sending the child to hospital to ascertain ...
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So sorry for your loss.if these thin Gods in the schools in Ghana are not punished and made to pay for wrong doing they will never learn a lesson.the family should sue the school for negligence.You only take care of the child ...
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Housemaster in deep trouble i say
sometimes we should allow the children to go home when they are sick its true that the school is taken care but I think when parent pick them and treat them is the best. after, they will definitely report back to school. the ...
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Mum you must know that God gives and he takes.
God does not give and take. You think God is heaven trying to cause pain for his children? This is abuse and neglect from the school authorities.
This is a sad story. How Ghana has negligently allow a beautiful life of Kofi Mosses to be lost. I can't stop the tears.
So sad,it is painful,may the almighty lord act against those people
very stupid heads and housemasters.R they the ones to learn for the boy while he goes home to cure himself.It shall surely be their childs turn elsewhere cos God is watching.
RIP Mister ... the house master is either stupid or foolish ... these children are in your care and in situations like this where the child insists they are not well u don't dig in your heels to prove a f*cking point ... m ...
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ENOUGH IS ENOUGH OF THESE SEMI GOD HOUSEMASTERSAID!! ME IF MY CHILDREN CALLS ME TO COMPLAIN OF ILLNESS WHILST IN SCHOOL, WHETHER THEY LIKE UTILITY OR NOT I WOULD BE THERE BEFORE THEY WILL SAY JACK. SEE THE POSTURE OF THE HOUS ...
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they think about the rich children first
their parents settle them that's why
God is not dead
some of you will pay dearly with your children's life
an eye for an eye
ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS:
1. When did Kelvin report sick to the school authorities?
2. Did he receive due attention as required by policy?
3. Were the parents notified and when?
....R.I.P Kelvin and my condolences to the fr ...
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I've been in this situation before when I was a high school freshman. When I was declined permission to go to the hospital, a senior helped me elude the school authority before I could get myself admitted. I was in a very cri ...
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This is heart breaking. Infact I'm very much disappointed in the school authorities. Feeling very angry.
This thing Needs to be looked into....what kind of bullshit is this...common exeat u couldn't gv to this boy.. .what if he was your son how would u feel
Awww, so sad. May his soul RIPP. May God keep him in his bossom. Amen!
The administration of the school just makes the teachers heartless because in some cases the house staff can do something about it but just because it's against the "rules" of the school they will rather chose to obey ...
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I will blame the mother partly too ur son called that he was not feeling well.Yes there is a housemaster but it's your responsibility to go straight to the school and see for your self why he called n did not want to depend o ...
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The administration should stop acting like they don't have children they don't even allow their kids to be in the boarding house because they know the rules there are senseless and sometimes the students are treated li ...
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Authorities in Achimota School must sit up. As a parent I have had serious issues with their attitude in handling our children independtly when they are sick. I think they are inefficient cos the follow up to Achimot ...
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This is sad, the achimota hospital is the last place you want to be, they give drugs that prolong your stay at the hospital to raise your bills. Every time i went there i had to secretly contact my dad to bring me medicine an ...
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heartless stupid asshole housemaster n principal police must arrest n prosecute them ...the boy lost his life n might be he's the only child the parent have.
My condolences to the family of this young boy. May his soul rest in perfect peace.
it is unfortunate this has happened, I will however appeal to both the parents and school authorities to handle the issue in an amicable wa ...
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Had a similar experience with my son in achimota school, he had been in and out of achimota hospital on several occasions for one ailment or the other. I spoke to the housemaster to request that my son be granted an exeat on ...
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I am so sorry. This is a very very sad story. May his young soul rest in peace.
This is what Achimota school is doing to our children and 4 students are dead and 2 teaching and non teaching staff are also dead..
I went to Achimota school , and I know that's how they behave . We use to lose our friends yearly due to this same situation . All the staffs are not correct .
Go back to history , which school has the most death in a year ...
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We have not heard the school's version of what happened but if what we have heard so far is anything to go by then I will say Maame, get a good lawyer and sue the school and GES. It may amount to nothing but this could be the ...
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Concerned Parent, your comment is the best so far. Kudos.
If your child is sacked from that school it is much better to have your child living.
Oh rest in peace. I'm just disappointed in the school.
This is very very sad....Achimota has indeed fallen from it's glory.l had my younger brother who is Achimota facing
the same challenge but fortunately for him my parents stood firm to take care of him despite what his house ...
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