Education Ministry orders reinstatement of BOGISS student after alleged sexual abuse

Ghana's Ministry of Education has mandated the immediate reinstatement of a 14-year-old student with autism at Bolgatanga Girls’ Senior High School (BOGISS) following an alleged sexual abuse incident. The ministry issued a strong statement on August 20, 2026, condemning the alleged abuse, which is reported to have been perpetrated by two watchmen employed by the school.

The ministry unequivocally stated that the incident is unacceptable and emphasized the critical need for schools to provide a safe and protective environment for all students, particularly vulnerable children. "The Ministry wishes to state unequivocally that a minor cannot be held responsible for sexual abuse perpetrated against her by an adult," the statement read, asserting that the student bears no blame for the alleged assault.

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The Ministry wishes to state unequivocally that a minor cannot be held responsible for sexual abuse perpetrated against her by an adult.

Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed the Ghana Education Service (GES) to launch an immediate investigation into the matter and submit a comprehensive report. Furthermore, the GES has been instructed to ensure the student receives all necessary medical care and psychological counseling to aid in her recovery. The ministry also directed that the student's boarding status at BOGISS be restored without delay.

Reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding the safety, dignity, and rights of students nationwide, the ministry assured the student's family and the public that it would pursue justice for the alleged abuse. The incident has been characterized as an act of indiscipline, underscoring the ministry's zero-tolerance policy towards such offenses within educational institutions.

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The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed the Ghana Education Service (GES) to investigate the matter and submit a report immediately.