An investigation by Kumasi Mail into the alleged sexual misconduct involving two teachers of Aduman Senior High School (SHS) in the Ashanti Region has uncovered claims of sexual relationships between teachers and male students, as well as alleged homosexual activities among some students on the school campus.
The development comes after the Ghana Education Service (GES) interdicted two teachers, identified as Isaac Yankey and Palance Kwakye, following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a male student of the school.
The two teachers have reportedly been arrested by the police to assist with investigations into the matter.
According to information gathered by Kumasi Mail, the controversy reportedly began following a confrontation between two male students over an alleged relationship involving a teacher and a final-year student.
Sources familiar with the incident allege that one of the teachers had maintained a sexual relationship with a final-year student for approximately three years.
The situation reportedly escalated when another male student was allegedly discovered to be involved with the same teacher, triggering jealousy and a confrontation among some students.
The aggrieved final-year student is said to have mobilised some of his close associates, who allegedly attacked the other student.
Following the alleged assault, the victim reportedly disclosed details of the circumstances surrounding the attack, claiming that he was being targeted because of his alleged relationship with the teacher.
He is also said to have alleged that he was not the only student involved in same-sex relationships within the school.
Alleged student groups on campus
Further information gathered by Kumasi Mail suggests that some students allegedly belong to organised groups involving male and female students who engage in same-sex relationships.
The groups are alleged to use WhatsApp platforms to communicate, organise meetings and recruit new members.
However, Kumasi Mail has not independently verified the alleged membership, activities or extent of these groups.
Questions over the GES response
Kumasi Mail’s investigation has also raised questions about the response of the Ashanti Regional Directorate of the Ghana Education Service.
Information available to the Kumasi Mail suggests that the Regional Directorate may have received information about the alleged developments before the matter attracted wider public attention.
It is alleged that the matter did not receive the necessary attention until the mother of the student reportedly assaulted took her concerns to the media, including Oyerepa FM in Kumasi, prompting renewed public scrutiny.
The circumstances surrounding the Regional Directorate’s handling of the initial complaints remain unclear, and the Service’s response to questions about when it first received information about the matter will be important in establishing whether there were delays in addressing the concerns.
GES confirms interdiction and police investigations
In a statement issued on Thursday, November 12, 2026, the Ghana Education Service confirmed receiving reports of alleged sexual misconduct involving Isaac Yankey and Palance Kwakye, both staff members of Aduman SHS, against a male student.
The Service said the matter had been referred to the police for investigation and confirmed that the two teachers had been arrested.
GES subsequently interdicted both teachers pending the outcome of the investigations.
The Service further disclosed that the alleged victim had been provided with psychosocial support to safeguard his well-being.
Management assured parents, students and the general public of its commitment to ensuring that schools remain safe and supportive environments for teaching and learning.
Investigation continues
The unfolding controversy raises broader concerns about student protection, professional conduct among teachers and the responsibility of school authorities to respond promptly to allegations of sexual misconduct.
It also highlights the need for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault, the reported relationships and the response of the relevant education authorities.
Kumasi Mail understands that the police investigation remains ongoing.
The allegations against the two teachers have not been established in court, and both are entitled to the presumption of innocence and due process.
The newspaper will continue to follow developments and seek responses from the Ghana Education Service, school authorities and the police as investigations progress.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
