The National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the Ghana Police Service, demanding the immediate arrest and prosecution of all students involved in the brutal assault of a teacher at Kade Senior High Technical School (SHTS) in the Eastern Region.
The victim, Michael Quayson, was ambushed on the evening of October 5 by eight students—some of them former students—while returning home. He was reportedly beaten for nearly 20 minutes in retaliation for enforcing strict supervision during examinations.
A video capturing the violent incident has since gone viral. One suspect has been arrested and granted bail, while the remaining perpetrators are currently on the run.
Addressing the media in Koforidua on Wednesday, Eastern Regional Chairman of NAGRAT, Awoonor-Yevu Godwin, called on the Inspector-General of Police to ensure the swift arrest of all suspects identified in the video.
NAGRAT says authorities have 14 working days to fully prosecute the perpetrators and provide compensation for the injured teacher, warning that failure to comply will trigger a nationwide sit-down strike when schools reopen—an action that could disrupt the 2026 academic calendar.
“If prompt action is not taken by the Ghana Police Service and the Ghana Education Service to prosecute the culprits (students) and give a fair compensation to the victim involved within fourteen (14) working days, teachers across the country may be forced to embark on a nationwide sit-down strike, a situation that will inevitably disrupt the 2026 academic calendar,” he cautioned.
He added: “Justice must be swift and uncompromising, not only to serve as a deterrent, but also to restore confidence among teachers nationwide. Let us sound this note of warning.”
NAGRAT described the attack as unacceptable and part of a worsening pattern of violent assaults on teachers across the country. Mr. Awoonor-Yevu stressed that it is the responsibility of the state, GES, and the Ministry of Education to ensure teacher safety, saying no educator should suffer physical harm or psychological trauma for performing their duties.
He noted that teacher frustration is at an all-time high, pointing to a disturbing increase in attacks linked to examination invigilation.
The incident adds to a growing list of violent student attacks on teachers:
* September 2025: A second-year student of Takoradi Technical Institute stabbed a teacher who attempted to stop him from using an unauthorized entry route.
* 2025 (WASSCE period): A student of Christian Methodist SHS stabbed teacher Walter Yesutor Adanunyo after being prevented from engaging in malpractice.
* 2024: Ishmael Famous, a teacher at Asuoso SHS in the Offinso District, was stabbed in the eye after instructing students to return to class.
* 2021: A final-year student of Three Town SHS in Denu stabbed a teacher who intervened to protect a first-year student.
* 2021: Students at the Nungua Cluster of Schools assaulted their teacher, Moses Onyameasem, in another shocking incident.
NAGRAT warned that it may withdraw entirely from WASSCE invigilation if attacks on teachers assigned to monitor examinations continue unchecked.
The union is urging the Ministry of Education, GES, traditional authorities, and security agencies to strengthen safety protocols in schools. It is also demanding the immediate introduction of a risk allowance for teachers, citing the rising dangers associated with the profession.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
