By Emmanuel Bamfo 
Parents across Ghana are rightfully furious as the National Council of Parent-Teacher Associations (NCPTA) demands full accountability over alleged sexual abuse at Bolgatanga Girls’ Senior High School (BOGISS). Every school must remain a safe haven, not a place of trauma.
Reports reveal that two watchmen allegedly assaulted a 14-year-old special needs student during a medical relapse. This distressing breach of trust highlights severe gaps in student safety mechanisms nationwide.
The Ghana Education Service (GES) quickly interdicted the suspects and handed them over to the police. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Education ordered a full probe to ensure proper administrative and legal action.
The NCPTA joins civil society groups like Africa Education Watch (Eduwatch) in calling for systemic changes. Protecting students requires strict adherence to the [suspicious link removed] and thorough background checks for non-teaching staff.
Parents insist on complete transparency, active oversight, and comprehensive medical and psychological care for victims. True accountability means implementing permanent safeguarding measures so that every Ghanaian child stays protected at school.
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