The Flagbearer of the Convention People’s Party (CPP) for the 2024 general elections, Nana Akosua Frimpomaa, has expressed her disapproval of the rule in Senior High Schools (SHSs) that prevents female students from braiding their hair.

Speaking on Prime Morning News Flash, she questioned the rationale behind the policy and called on the Ministry of Education to review it.

According to her, such restrictions discourage self-expression and fail to reflect Ghana’s cultural identity or modern educational values.

“Can the Minister go to Cabinet and have the President and other members agree that no woman in Ghana should wear long hair to work? If that were the case, we would all be forced to keep our natural hair,” she remarked. “The girl must learn to braid her hair — it’s part of growing up and understanding who she is. After school, she will continue that lifestyle. So, why stop her now? Let the children grow with confidence,” she added.

Madam Frimpomaa further explained that allowing female students to braid their hair would not only promote confidence but also help them embrace their natural beauty and cultural heritage.

She argued that braiding is an integral part of life and learning and that young girls should be encouraged to develop such skills while in school.

Nana Akosua Frimpomaa therefore urged educational authorities to reconsider the SHS grooming rules to ensure they reflect Ghanaian identity and support the holistic development of students.