GNAT Demands Immediate Bail for Teacher Accused of Assaulting Female Student at Nyinahin Catholic SHS; Threatens to Boycott Ongoing WASSCE
GNAT warns of industrial action if teacher is not granted bail, citing concern over detention following altercation at Nyinahin Catholic SHS.
- GNAT demands immediate bail for detained teacher at Nyinahin Catholic SHS
- Association cites concern over handling of the case by authorities
- Threatens boycott of WASSCE and protest if bail is not granted
PRESS RELEASE
FROM: GHANA NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TEACHERS ASHANTI REGIONAL SECRETARIAT
DATE: 9TH JUNE 2026
DEMAND FOR IMMEDIATE BAIL OF TEACHER AT NYINAHIN CATHOLIC SHS
The Ghana National Association of Teachers, Ashanti Region, has taken note of the arrest and detention of a teacher who serves as hostel caretaker at Nyinahin Catholic Senior High School in the Atwima Mponua District, following an altercation with a final year student.
GNAT Ashanti Region is concerned about the manner in which the matter is being handled and the continued detention of our colleague.
Our Demands
1. We call on the Ghana Police Service, Atwima Mponua Command, to grant bail to the teacher immediately.
2. We urge all stakeholders, including the Ghana Education Service and the school authorities, to ensure due process is followed.
Notice of Action
Should the teacher not be granted bail by tomorrow, GNAT Ashanti Region will be compelled to direct teachers of Nyinahin Catholic SHS and all teachers in the district to boycott the ongoing WASSCE examinations.
In addition, teachers will be asked to wear red bands and embark on a demonstration against the authorities to register our displeasure.
GNAT remains committed to protecting the welfare and rights of teachers while promoting discipline in our schools. We therefore expect the authorities to act swiftly to prevent further escalation.
SIGNED
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[D K Atakora]
Regional Secretary
Ghana National Association of Teachers
Ashanti Region
