Osei Tutu SHS PTA and Old Students demand headmaster’s transfer over alleged mismanagement
The Parent Teacher Association and Old Students Association of Osei Tutu Senior High School are urging the Ghana Education Service to transfer the school’s headmaster and some members of management over allegations of mismanagement and poor leadership.
The groups say several petitions have already been sent to the Regional and District Education Directorates, as well as the Methodist Bishop, over what they call developments harming the school’s progress and reputation.
Speaking at a press conference on Friday, May 15, 2026, PTA Vice Chairman Joseph Abebrese pointed to rising indiscipline and a breakdown in relations between students and the surrounding community.
“The school has recently experienced conflicts between students and residents of the surrounding community, a situation I blame on weak administration and poor management,” Mr. Abebrese said.
“Tensions escalated to the point where some residents allegedly set fire to one of the school’s science blocks.”
He also cited poor security, claiming gang-related activities are threatening students and staff, and that unauthorized persons move in and out of the school freely.
He referenced a viral video allegedly showing students assaulting an okada rider, saying it damaged the school’s image.
Global President of the Old Boys Association, Professor Kenneth Frimpong, raised concerns about accountability in the administration.
“Some parents are complaining that the headmaster allegedly collected money for 100 student beds but supplied only 60,” Professor Frimpong said.
“The school deserves stronger leadership. We are urging educational authorities to act immediately to protect the reputation and future of Osei Tutu Senior High School.”
Both groups are appealing to the Minister of Education and relevant authorities to intervene.
Source: Ghana/iotecfmghana.com/Jacob Agyenim Boateng
