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October 23, 2026
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Obuasi SHTS sex scandal: Second complainant alleges pressure to withdraw
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Key Points
- One of two complainants in the alleged sexual abuse case involving the Obuasi SHTS headmaster has withdrawn her complaint.
- The second complainant is reportedly facing pressure to abandon her case, renewing concerns about student protection.
- A traditional ruler, Nana Yaw Anning II, confirmed receiving a delegation that discussed the matter and offered GHS 200 for schnapps.
- The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, stated her ministry is collaborating with DOVVSU and Ghana Health Service.
- The ministry aims to ensure appropriate legal and child-protection procedures are followed, and victims receive necessary screening and support.
Why This Matters
This case is critical for Ghana as it highlights systemic challenges in protecting child victims of sexual abuse, particularly when traditional authority intersects with formal legal processes. It underscores the urgent need to reinforce the rule of law and ensure that intimidation does not derail justice, thereby safeguarding the integrity of Ghana's child protection framework. The outcome will set a precedent for how similar sensitive cases involving educational institutions and community leaders are handled nationwide.
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