By Mavis Paintsil,, Accra
Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, has dismissed fears that government will interfere in the probe into the alleged sexual abuse of students at Obuasi Senior High Technical School.
He insists that the investigation will be free, fair and devoid of political influence.
Addressing journalists on October 26, Mr. Iddrisu said the Ministry has noted the concerns raised by women’s rights groups and will ensure that no accused person is protected because of their political links.
The headmaster at the centre of the scandal, Zakaria Abdulai, is a known member of the governing NDC who previously served as Juaben Constituency Secretary. He recently pulled out of the constituency chairmanship contest and resigned from his secretary role.
The Minister said the National Democratic Congress has already directed him to step aside to enable the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) to do its work without obstruction.
The allegations were brought to public attention by journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni in his latest documentary, which revealed that at least 19 girls had allegedly been abused.
Mr. Iddrisu maintained that government’s priority is to secure justice for the victims and safeguard learners across the country.
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