The Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted three staff members of Tsito Senior High Technical School (SHTS) in the Volta Region following allegations of diverting 100 cartons of tinned tomatoes meant for students' meals. The interdicted staff are Rev. Joy Kafui Akpebu, the headmaster; Sylvanus Awunyo, the storekeeper; and Samuel Kwame Ampeh, a driver.
According to a statement released by the GES, the interdiction is in line with Section 8, Clauses (i-v) of its Code of Conduct. This section allows for the suspension of staff members who might compromise an ongoing investigation. The GES emphasized that this action is a precautionary measure to ensure the integrity of the investigation into the alleged diversion of the food items.
The statement did not provide further details about the alleged diversion, but it indicated that a full investigation is underway. The GES assured the public of its commitment to ensuring accountability and transparency within its system and pledged to take appropriate disciplinary action based on the findings of the investigation. The interdicted staff will remain suspended until the investigation is concluded. The outcome of the investigation and any subsequent disciplinary actions will be made public.
This incident highlights the importance of proper accountability and transparency in the management of resources within educational institutions. The GES's swift action demonstrates its commitment to addressing such allegations seriously. The investigation's findings will be crucial in determining the appropriate sanctions against those found culpable. The students of Tsito SHTS, and indeed the entire educational community, will be watching closely to see how this matter unfolds.
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