Swedru School of Business (SWEBUS) has issued an unqualified apology following a viral video showing an assault involving some of its students and a student from Obrachire Senior High School.

In a statement released Wednesday, the Management, Staff and Students of the school said they were addressing the public over “the recent incident captured in a video circulating on social media, which shows an assault involving some of our students and a student from our sister school, Obrachire Senior High School.”

The school described the incident as deeply troubling.

“We are deeply disturbed by this unfortunate incident,” the statement said.

Management stressed that the behaviour seen in the footage does not represent the institution’s standards.

“The conduct displayed in the video is unacceptable and does not reflect the values, principles, and standards of discipline upheld by Swedru School of Business.”

It added that the act is “contrary to the school’s Code of Conduct as well as the regulations of the Ghana Education Service (GES).”

The school strongly condemned the incident and distanced itself from any form of violence.

“As an institution committed to academic excellence, character formation, and responsible citizenship, we strongly condemn this act,” the statement noted.

“We do not condone violence or any behaviour that undermines the safety, dignity, and well-being of others.”

Management rendered what it described as an “unqualified apology” to a wide range of stakeholders affected by the incident.

“We hereby render an unqualified apology to the Ghana Education Service (GES) Headquarters, the Central Regional Directorate of Education, the Agona West Municipal Directorate of Education, old students, Management of Obrachire Senior High School, their staff and students, the affected student, parents, and all stakeholders who have been hurt or distressed by this incident.”

The apology was also extended to the general public.

The school disclosed that it is cooperating fully with security agencies as investigations continue.

“Management is collaborating fully with the appropriate security and law enforcement agencies to ensure that due process is followed, as the students involved are currently with the law enforcement agencies.”

It assured the public that disciplinary action would follow the outcome of investigations.

“We assure the public that appropriate sanctions will be applied based on the outcome of ongoing investigations.”

Beyond sanctions, the school pledged reforms to prevent a recurrence.

“Swedru School of Business remains committed to strengthening guidance, counseling, and disciplinary measures to prevent any recurrence of such incidents.”

It also promised to deepen character education among students.

“We will continue to intensify character education and promote a culture of respect, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence among our students and other students.”

Management appealed for calm as authorities complete their work.

“We appeal to the public to remain calm and allow the appropriate authorities to complete their work.”

The statement concluded with a reassurance of the school’s core mission.

“We are dedicated to maintaining a safe and disciplined environment that fosters learning and mutual respect.”