The Ghana Education Service (GES) has strongly condemned a stabbing and an alleged rape involving students during the recently concluded Super Zonal Sports Competition in the Eastern Region, describing the incidents as unacceptable and pledging decisive action.
In a statement issued on February 11, 2026, GES confirmed that it had received reports of serious misconduct linked to the inter-school event, held from February 4 to 6.
Preliminary reports indicate that a student from Koforidua Senior High Technical School was stabbed about 200 metres from the competition venue while out for lunch with a friend. The attack is alleged to have been carried out by students of New Juaben Senior High School. The victim has received medical treatment and has been discharged. One suspect has been arrested and is assisting police with investigations.
In a separate incident, a female student from Osino Senior High School was allegedly raped in a bush located some distance from the competition grounds. Two students have been taken into custody, while a third suspect, described as the alleged ringleader and a former student of Koforidua Senior High Technical School, remains at large.
GES confirmed that the female student has received medical care and is being provided with counselling and psychosocial support by the Regional Guidance and Counselling Coordinator, the Head of the Girls Education Unit, and officers from the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit.
The Service emphasized that inter-school sports competitions are intended to promote discipline, teamwork, and unity among students, and should not be marred by violence or criminal activity.
GES further stated that all individuals found culpable will face sanctions in accordance with the GES Code of Conduct and due process. The Regional Director of Education has been instructed to apply appropriate disciplinary measures to the schools involved to serve as a deterrent.
The Service called on students, parents, and the public to remain calm and cooperate fully with law enforcement authorities as investigations continue.
