William Boadi, Executive Director of the Educate Africa Institute (EAI), has urged the Ghana Education Service (GES) to take a more proactive role in managing both student and teacher behavior.
His remarks follow the recent interdiction of a teacher at Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region, after a video allegedly showing him engaging in a sexual encounter with a student in a science laboratory went viral on social media.
Speaking on Nyankonton Mu Nsem on Rainbow Radio 87.5FM, Mr. Boadi cautioned against placing exclusive blame on educators, warning that doing so could embolden students to misbehave.
He noted that many parents neglect to check on their children once they enter school, forcing teachers to inadvertently assume parental roles.
Furthermore, Boadi called for increased campus security, suggesting that second-cycle schools combine technological tools like CCTV with dedicated on-site security personnel to prevent similar incidents.
Meanwhile, the GES defended its decision to suspend the teacher and bar him from the premises to ensure an uncompromised investigation.
Officials cited a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding amorous or sexual relationships between staff and students, emphasising that because teachers hold a “duty of care” and an inherent position of power, minors cannot give meaningful consent.
The GES has launched a full inquiry, noting that professional ethics require teachers to guide students who may be curious or irresponsible regarding sexuality.
If found culpable, the teacher faces severe disciplinary action and potential prosecution under child protection laws.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana