The Ghana TVET Service has strongly condemned the conduct of Charles Akwasi Aidoo, Assistant Headmaster (Academic) of KNUST Senior High School, following a viral video which captured him fondling the breasts of a female student.

In a statement, the Ghana TVET Service described the behaviour as “a gross violation of trust, an abuse of authority, and a direct attack on the values of dignity and safety that every school must uphold.”

The service stressed that educational leaders are entrusted with the duty to protect learners, model integrity and ensure safe spaces for growth.

“Any breach of this duty erodes public trust and undermines the values on which Ghana’s education system stands. The Service will not condone conduct that places learners at risk or tarnishes the noble teaching profession,” the statement said.

Although KNUST Senior High School does not fall directly under its mandate, the Ghana TVET Service said it stands in solidarity with all institutions committed to protecting learners and called on the relevant education authorities, law enforcement, and the judiciary to investigate the incident and take decisive action.

The service also highlighted its Safe School Initiative, a nationwide programme aimed at protecting students from abuse, harassment and other forms of maltreatment.

“Through this initiative, the service provides guidance, oversight, and support to schools and stakeholders, ensuring that classrooms remain sanctuaries of growth and opportunity, never spaces of fear or intimidation,” it said.

Reassuring the public of its zero-tolerance approach to abuse, the Service encouraged learners, parents and training facilitators to report misconduct, promising that such cases will be handled “firmly and appropriately.”

Principals and institutional heads were reminded that misconduct of this nature will not be tolerated.

“As champions of the Safe School Initiative, leaders are expected to safeguard students’ dignity, security, and well-being while upholding the highest standards of accountability and professionalism in public office. Any Principal or head found violating these standards will face swift and decisive disciplinary measures, including outright dismissal,” the statement added.