Former President of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG), Professor Charles Ofosu Marfo, has weighed in on the controversy surrounding a viral video involving Charles Akwasi Aidoo, the Assistant Headmaster of KNUST Senior High School, who was filmed in a compromising situation with a female student.
During a panel discusion, Professor Marfo urged the public to approach the issue with a broader perspective, noting that while the Assistant Headmaster’s conduct was inappropriate, it also reflects deeper systemic problems within Ghana’s educational environment.
“There is no saint in the world. Everyone has their shortcomings, and we must work to fix them,” he said, stressing the importance of personal accountability and moral discipline.
He described the incident as a “wake-up call” for both educators and the education system, calling for introspection and reforms that address the underlying causes of such incidents.
According to him, human weaknesses should not be ignored but understood within context. “Every man likes women — it’s a natural inclination. The key is to recognize your weaknesses and manage them responsibly,” he noted.
Professor Marfo further alleged that similar incidents occur in schools but often go unreported, urging society to focus on preventive measures and the need for moral education.
He also highlighted growing challenges faced by teachers, claiming that some are victims of harassment or manipulation by students. “There are cases where students have attempted to blackmail or entrap teachers. One teacher was even locked in an office by a student who threatened to frame him if he refused her advances,” he said.
Meanwhile, following the circulation of the viral video, Charles Akwasi Aidoo has been removed from the school pending investigations.
In a statement dated September 29, 2025, the Ghana Education Service (GES) announced that it had taken immediate action to protect students’ welfare and uphold the integrity of the teaching profession.
The Service said Aidoo has been barred from accessing the school while investigations are ongoing, emphasizing that the decision was necessary to maintain a safe learning environment.
“The GES remains committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism, discipline, and child protection in all our schools. We strongly condemn any acts that compromise the safety, dignity, and well-being of students,” the statement read.
It further assured parents, students, and the public that due process would be followed and that appropriate disciplinary action would be taken in line with the Service’s code of conduct.
The GES reaffirmed its zero-tolerance stance on misconduct, stressing its commitment to protecting the reputation of Ghana’s education system and ensuring that schools remain safe spaces for learning and personal development.
