The Kade District Court in Eastern Region on Wednesday remanded five accused persons in connection with the brutal assault of Michael Quayson, a teacher at Kade Senior High Technical School (SHTS) after they pleaded guilty.
Four of the accused persons, who are above 18 years, were remanded into prison custody, while the other accused, a 17-year-old juvenile, was remanded into police custody.
All five are expected to reappear before the court on January 20, 2026, with the juvenile’s case to be handled by a Juvenile Court.
Family members and some of the accused persons broke down in tears when put in police vehicle and driven away.
Speaking after the court proceedings, the Eastern Regional Chairman of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), Mr. Awoonor-Yevu Godwin, expressed satisfaction with the outcome, describing it as a clear signal that indiscipline in schools will not be tolerated.
“As a union, we are very happy with the outcome of the court proceedings. The accused persons admitted their guilt in the presence of the judge, and we believe justice is being served,” he stated.
Mr. Awoonor-Yevu revealed that although eight persons were involved in the attack, five have so far been arrested, adding that three suspects are still at large and are being actively pursued by the police. He clarified that some of the suspects are not current students of the school.
He further commended the presiding judge, describing him as a man of principle who upholds discipline in educational institutions.
“We are confident that when the court sits again on January 20, the judge will not mince words. His posture clearly shows his commitment to discipline and justice,” he added.
The NAGRAT Regional Chairman used the opportunity to caution students across the country to be mindful of their conduct and to remain focused on their education.
“Students are in school to learn. They should not allow bad influence from friends to derail their future. At the end of the day, they must be able to further their education and become productive members of society,” he said.
Mr. Awoonor-Yevu also expressed gratitude to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) for the swift response following the union’s press conference, noting that it helped avert an intended indefinite sit-down strike by teachers.
He further commended the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the Eastern Regional Director of Education, Dr. Ivy Uso-Asantewa, for their commitment and relentless efforts in ensuring that justice is served.
Background
In December 2025, NAGRAT issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Ghana Education Service and the Ghana Police Service, demanding the immediate arrest and prosecution of all persons involved in the assault of a teacher at Kade SHTS.
The victim, Michael Quayson, was ambushed on the evening of October 5, 2025, by eight individuals, including some former students, while returning home from town. He was allegedly beaten for nearly 20 minutes after enforcing strict supervision during examinations.
A video of the attack later went viral on social media, sparking nationwide outrage among teachers and the general public. One suspect was initially arrested and granted bail, while others went into hiding.
Addressing the media in Koforidua at the time, Mr. Awoonor-Yevu warned that failure by authorities to prosecute the perpetrators and compensate the victim would compel teachers to embark on a nationwide sit-down strike, potentially disrupting the 2026 academic calendar.
“Justice must be swift and uncompromising, not only to serve as a deterrent but to restore confidence among teachers nationwide,” he warned.
NAGRAT has described the incident as part of an alarming rise in violent attacks against teachers, particularly linked to examination invigilation, stressing that no educator should suffer physical harm or psychological trauma for performing their duties.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
