GES Interdicts Teacher Over Alleged Sexual Misconduct

 

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has taken swift action against a teacher accused of sexual misconduct with a female student. In a statement released on October 2, 2025, the GES announced that Mr. Mfo Richard Tibetor, a teacher at Okadjakrom Senior High Technical School in the Jasikan Municipality of the Oti Region, has been interdicted pending further investigations.

According to the statement, the GES management took note of a disturbing video circulating on social media allegedly involving Mr. Tibetor in an act of sexual misconduct with a female student. The management found the conduct to be unacceptable, unethical, and a clear violation of the professional code of conduct for teachers.

The GES has assured parents, guardians, and the general public that the safety and protection of all students remain their topmost priority. Any teacher found culpable of acts that compromise the dignity and wellbeing of students will face the full rigors of the law in accordance with the GES Code of Conduct.

The GES remains committed to ensuring discipline, professionalism, and child protection across all schools in the country. The interdiction of Mr. Tibetor is a clear demonstration of the GES's commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and protecting the welfare of students.

The incident has sparked widespread concern among parents and guardians, and the GES's prompt action has been welcomed by many. The GES's commitment to ensuring that perpetrators of such heinous acts are brought to justice is a step in the right direction towards creating a safe and secure learning environment for all students.

The investigation into the matter is ongoing, and the GES has assured that it will take all necessary steps to ensure that justice is served. In the meantime, Mr. Tibetor has been prohibited from entering the school premises pending the outcome of the investigation.