GES Interdicts Obuasi SHTS Headmaster Over Alleged Sexual Misconduct

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted the Headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School, Mr Zakaria Abdulai, over allegations of sexual misconduct involving students.

In a statement dated October 14, 2026, and signed by the Head of Public Relations, Daniel Fenyi, GES said the interdiction is pending the outcome of a full-scale investigation.

“Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted Mr Zakaria Abdulai, Headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School in the Obuasi Municipality of the Ashanti Region, pending the outcome of a full-scale investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct involving students at the school,” the statement said.

According to GES, the alleged incident triggered a student rampage which resulted in the destruction of school property and other items, leading to the temporary closure of the school.

Mr Abdulai has been directed to proceed on interdiction with immediate effect and make himself available to assist with investigations.

He is also required to hand over the management of the school to the Regional Director of Education.

GES added that a complaint has been lodged with the Police.

“Management assures the safeguarding of the safety of students and staff, and upholding the highest standards of professional conduct,” the statement added.

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