National Peace Council Condemns Rising Violence in Senior High Schools

The National Peace Council (NPC) has strongly condemned the recent wave of violence, assaults, and attacks reported in several senior high schools across Ghana, warning that the incidents pose a serious threat to student safety and the integrity of the country’s education system.

In a press release issued on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, the Council said it had observed what it described as a worrying trend of violent behaviour in schools, citing at least six cases recorded within the past week alone.

Among the incidents highlighted was an attack on a student from Obrachire Senior High School in the Central Region, who was reportedly hospitalised after being assaulted during a district athletics competition.

The Council also condemned an alleged gang rape involving a female student of Osino Presbyterian Senior High School, describing the incident as deeply disturbing and calling for swift justice.

In a separate case, a final-year student of Koforidua Senior High Technical School (SECTECH) was reportedly stabbed during the Supper Zonal sports festival held in Koforidua in the Eastern Region.

The NPC further expressed concern over reports that teachers from West Africa Senior High School were allegedly assaulted by students from Frafraha Community Senior High School in the Adentan Municipality of the Greater Accra Region.

While acknowledging that the Ghana Education Service has already condemned the incidents and promised disciplinary action against those involved, the Council urged authorities to expedite investigations to ensure justice is served and to deter further acts of violence.

The NPC also recognised the efforts of the Ghana Police Service in arresting some suspects but stressed that stronger preventive measures are urgently needed.

According to the Council, improved security arrangements in schools—particularly during sporting events and other large student gatherings where tensions can escalate—are critical to preventing further outbreaks of violence.

Reaffirming its commitment to promoting peace and social cohesion, the National Peace Council called on school authorities, parents, students, and community leaders to work collaboratively to foster a culture of discipline, dialogue, and non-violence within Ghana’s educational institutions.