Obuasi SHTS Headmaster Resigns Amid Mounting Pressure Over Alleged Sexual Abuse Scandal

Introduction

The embattled headmaster at the center of the unfolding sexual abuse scandal at Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS) has officially resigned from his political positions and withdrawn his bid for a local chairmanship, as pressure mounts from lawmakers, child rights advocates, and educators demanding accountability.

The controversy, which has sent shockwaves through Ghana’s educational and political sectors, deepened this week as high-profile political figures intervened, police launched formal inquiries, and unions raised alarms over alleged retaliation against whistleblowing faculty members.

Political Fallout and Resignations

Facing intense public scrutiny, the headmaster—who served as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Juaben Secretary and was vying for a constituency chairmanship—stepped down from his party roles. The resignation followed fierce public debate regarding the opposition party’s initial defense of his candidacy despite ongoing investigations into institutional abuse.

Lawmakers have stepped into the fray to demand transparency. Former Minority Leader Haruna Iddrisu officially referred the allegations to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service, while prominent politician Hawa Koomson joined a growing chorus of voices calling for an entirely independent probe into the administration of the school.

Institutional Integrity Under Fire

Child Rights International has publicly stated that the Ghana Education Service (GES) cannot be trusted to handle institutional abuse cases impartially, echoing broader skepticism among civil society groups regarding internal disciplinary mechanisms.

Compounding the crisis, the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) revealed that at least 38 teachers at Obuasi SHTS have been targeted for administrative transfers. The union alleges these punitive measures are direct retaliation for faculty members speaking out against the headmaster and demanding an investigation into the allegations.

Key Takeaways

• The Obuasi SHTS headmaster has resigned as NDC Juaben Secretary and withdrawn his chairmanship bid amid mounting abuse allegations.
• Lawmaker Haruna Iddrisu has officially referred the case to the Police Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for a thorough criminal investigation.
• Child Rights International and political figures like Hawa Koomson are demanding an independent probe, citing a lack of trust in GES internal handling.
• NAGRAT reports that 38 teachers at the school face targeted transfers following their whistleblowing efforts regarding the administration.