Charles Akwasi Aidoo, the Assistant Headteacher at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology Senior High School (KNUST SHS), has been removed from his position following allegations of inappropriate conduct involving a female student. A viral video reportedly shows Aidoo engaging in the alleged misconduct. The Ghana Education Service (GES) issued a statement on September 29, 2025, indicating that the school’s management is treating the situation with utmost seriousness and has acted promptly to protect both the students and the integrity of the teaching profession. As part of the measures taken, Aidoo has been restricted from entering the school premises while an investigation is conducted. The GES emphasized its commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism and child protection in educational institutions. Following the incident, there has been a significant reaction on social media, with some users calling for the headteacher’s removal as well.
- Why it matters: The case highlights ongoing concerns about student safety and the expectation of professional conduct within educational environments.
- It underscores the importance of swift institutional responses to allegations of misconduct to maintain public trust.
- The latest: Efforts to obtain further statements from the Ghana Education Service regarding the investigation have not yet yielded a response.
Source: https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/How-social-media-reacted-to-viral-video-of-assistant-headmaster-and-SHS-girl-2002987
Source: https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/How-social-media-reacted-to-viral-video-of-assistant-headmaster-and-SHS-girl-2002987