Seven Headteachers in Senior High Schools (SHSs) within the Ashanti Region now face interdiction following allegations of imposing unauthorized fees on incoming students.
In separate statements dated December 8, 2023, the GES officially announced the initiation of investigations into the conduct of these Headteachers, citing apparent breaches of regulations.
The affected educational leaders include prominent figures such as Mrs. Selina Anane Afoakwa, Headmistress of Kumasi Girls SHS, Mr. Nataniel Asamoah, Headmaster of Asanteman SHS, Mr. Andrews Boateng, Headmaster of Kumasi Senior High Technical School, and Mr. Kwadwo Obeng-Appiah, Headmaster of Manso-Edubia SHS.
The list continues with Mr. Daniel Boamah Duku, Headmaster of Agric Nzema Community SHS, Ms. Gladys Sarfowah, Headmistress of Nkawie Senior High Technical School, and Mr. Ampong Ahmed Omar, Headmaster of Collins SHS.
The GES, in its official communication, identified various alleged unauthorized fees being levied, including payments for sewn anniversary cloth, House dues, sale of books, sale of calculators, and sale of anniversary cloth, among others.
In response to these allegations, the GES has directed the implicated Headteachers to step aside for a thorough investigation to be conducted. They are hereby instructed to hand over all properties of the school with effect from December 8, 2023, to the Regional Director of Education.
This recent development marks the latest effort by education authorities to curb the alleged imposition of unapproved fees on students and parents. It brings the total number of Headteachers interdicted by the GES for such practices to 11.
As the investigations unfold, it remains to be seen how these allegations will impact the implicated Headteachers and the affected schools. The overarching goal, however, is clear – to promote a fair and transparent educational landscape that prioritizes the welfare of students and upholds the principles of equity and accountability.
Published By: Justice Donkoh | GESHub.org
