Education Ministry condemns, orders swift probe into shooting at Zohe EP Primary School
The Ministry of Education has directed the Ghana Police Service to investigate a shooting incident at Zohe Evangelical Presbyterian (EP) Primary School in Yendi in the Northern Region, which reportedly left the school's headmaster injured and caused panic among pupils and teachers. Preliminary reports indicate that two armed men allegedly entered the school premises and fired shots, forcing pupils and staff to flee in fear. The headmaster is also reported to have been assaulted during the incident.
In a statement, the Ministry condemned the attack, describing it as a serious threat to the safety and security of the school community. Minister for Education Haruna Iddrisu has since directed the Ghana Police Service to conduct immediate investigations into the incident and ensure that those responsible are arrested and prosecuted. The Ministry also appealed to the public to respect the sanctity of schools and refrain from actions that could endanger the lives of pupils and teachers.
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