Accra: The Ghana Education Service (GES) has removed from office Mr. Charles Akwasi Aidoo, Assistant Headmaster (Academic) of KNUST Senior High School. Mr. Aidoo was removed from his position due to being found 'in a compromise position with a female student.'
According to Ghana News Agency, a statement issued and signed by Daniel Fenyi, Head of Public Relations for GES, emphasized the organization's strong condemnation of any actions that compromise the safety, dignity, and well-being of students. The GES management's attention was drawn to a viral video circulating on social media allegedly involving Mr. Aidoo in an inappropriate situation with a female student.
The statement highlighted that the management views this matter with utmost seriousness, reinforcing their commitment to maintaining the integrity of the teaching profession and ensuring the safety and welfare of students in their care. Mr. Aidoo has been removed from his office and is prohibited from entering the school while a thorough investigation is conducted.
GES Management has assured the public, stakeholders, parents, and students that due process will be followed and appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken in accordance with the code of conduct of the Ghana Education Service. The statement reiterated GES's commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism, discipline, and child protection across all schools.
