Assistant Headmaster of Nkwatia Presby SHS dismissed from position due to student slapping incident.

 The Assistant Headmaster of Nkwatia Presby SHS in Ghana has been relieved of his duties by the Ghana Education Service (GES) following allegations of physically assaulting a female student. The student, believed to be in her second year, was reportedly slapped by the Assistant Headmaster for leaving the campus without proper authorization.

In an official press statement released on August 28th, the GES strongly criticized the behavior of the Assistant Headmaster. The statement emphasized that both Headmasters and their assistants are responsible for the safety and well-being of students and educators in their care.

The GES expressed its condemnation of the incident and highlighted its commitment to maintaining a secure and conducive learning environment for students all across the nation. The incident gained widespread attention on social media platforms, with many individuals urging the arrest and legal prosecution of the Assistant Headmaster.

The GES disclosed that the Eastern Regional Director of Education is collaborating with the school administration and relevant law enforcement agencies to thoroughly investigate the matter and take appropriate actions.