Police probe alleged assault of Amaniampong SHS student over church service refusal

Emmanuel Kwarteng, a final-year student at Amaniampong Senior High School, was reportedly beaten by his housemaster for refusing to attend a compulsory all-night church service on campus. The incident is said to have occurred when housemaster Gyamfi Charles of Asenso House confronted Emmanuel in his dormitory, leading to a heated exchange and alleged assault. Pictures and videos show the student on the floor with the teacher physically attacking him, and visible injuries, particularly to his eye.

The family confirmed police involvement, stating that the attack left Emmanuel with serious injuries requiring hospital treatment. Emmanuel's mother, Vida Kwarteng, said, "No student deserves to be treated this way, regardless of the circumstances." Tony Kofi Kwateng, the father, confirmed that the case has been formally referred to the police. The boy is currently receiving treatment at the Ejisu Government Hospital.

School authorities have forwarded a detailed report, including recommendations for sanctions against the teacher, to the Municipal Ghana Education Service (GES). Prempeh William Osei, Assistant Headmaster in charge of Administration at Amaniampong SHS, says school officials have been visiting the victim and are prioritising his recovery. He stated, "There is a GES structure, and we report to the municipality. And we have sent our report...The school is doing its best to give our support because we are interested in the boy's life getting better. That's where our focus is." The family is calling for the immediate interdiction and compensation of the accused teacher pending the outcome of investigations. The police requested a medical report, which has been generated and will be submitted to the police station.