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Zuarungu SHS closed indefinitely after ethnic clash among students
Zuarungu SHS closed indefinitely after ethnic clash among students
By: Nii Ammui Fio | 2 mins read
Authorities in the Upper East Region have indefinitely shut down Zuarungu Senior High School following violent clashes between students from the Gurune and Kusasi ethnic groups.
The incident, which occurred on Sunday, July 20, reportedly stemmed from allegations of theft involving a stolen mobile phone. The situation escalated into a physical confrontation, during which several school properties were vandalized and set on fire.
The unrest prompted Upper East Regional Minister, Donatus Akamugri Atanga, to order the immediate closure of the school to prevent further violence.
According to media reports, four students have been arrested in connection with the incident, although one suspect managed to escape. The fugitive is alleged to be in possession of a police officer’s magazine taken during the chaos.
To prevent further clashes, security authorities have deployed a joint team of police and military personnel to escort students from Bawku back to their hometown under heavy guard.
The incident adds to growing concerns over the rise in indiscipline within Ghana's second-cycle institutions. Cases of bullying, occult practices, and attacks on students and school staff have become increasingly common.
Former Chairman of the National Development Planning Commission, Professor Stephen Adei, has expressed alarm over what he described as a deepening crisis in the education system. He called for swift intervention to restore values and discipline in schools, warning that inaction could lead to long-term societal consequences.
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has since directed the Ghana Education Service (GES) to urgently address the rise in indiscipline. He emphasized that the current trend threatens not only academic excellence but also the moral development of the country’s youth.
Mr. Iddrisu urged the GES to collaborate with school authorities, parents, and other stakeholders to implement strict disciplinary measures aimed at reversing the disturbing trend.
