The Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted two watchmen of the Bolgatanga Girls Senior High School (BOGISS) after a disturbing incident of alleged sexual assault involving a special needs student.
In a statement issued, the Ghana Education Service revealed the interdiction of the two watchmen accused in connection with the alleged assault.
According to the GES, the two suspects have been handed over to the Police to assist with investigations.
The GES said the student was on medication and suffered a relapse on the day of the alleged incident, requiring medical attention, with the alleged sexual assault occurring during that period.
The GES further assured the public that the matter is being treated with the seriousness it deserves.
Also, the Ministry of Education has ordered the immediate reinstatement of the boarding status of a 14-year-old student.
They further directed the Ghana Education Service (GES) to investigate the incident and ensure that the student receives the necessary medical attention and counselling.
The Education Ministry also condemned the alleged abuse and stressed that schools have a responsibility to protect and nurture students, particularly vulnerable children.
In a statement dated August 20, 2026, the Ministry of Education stated, “*Ministry of Education Condemns Sexual Abuse of BOGESS Student, Directs Her Reinstatement to Boarding Status Amongst Others*
The Ministry of Education has expressed grave concerns over the sexual abuse of a 14-year-old student with autism at Bolgatanga Girls’ Senior High School (BOGISS) in the Upper East Region by two watchmen employed at the school.
We condemn in the strongest terms any act of sexual abuse or exploitation of a child under our care. Schools exist to protect and nurture students, and any breach of that trust — particularly by adults entrusted with safeguarding vulnerable children is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
We wish to state unequivocally that a minor cannot be held responsible for sexual abuse perpetrated against her by an adult.
The Honorable Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed the Ghana Education Service (GES) to:
1. Investigate the matter and report immediately.
2. Ensure that the victim receives all the necessary medical attention and counselling for her quick recovery.
3. Immediately reinstate the boarding status of the victim.
We want to assure the student’s family and the general public that the Ministry will ensure justice is served in this matter.
The Ministry of Education sees the development as an act of indiscipline and reaffirms its commitment to the safety, dignity, and rights of every child in the Ghanaian school system.
Signed
Dr Clement Abas Apaak (MP)
Deputy Minister for Education”.
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