The Ghana Education Service (GES), has condemned a viral video where astudent of Adisadel College is seen assaulting another, causing bleeding belowthe victim's right eye after hitting his face against a metal bed.

Through its PR head, Cassandra Twum Ampofo, the GES has labeledthe incident a "barbaric act of violence" and emphasized itscommitment to ensuring a safe learning environment for all students in Ghana.

PRESS RELEASE

VIRAL VIDEO OF VIOLENCE INVOLVING STUDENTS OF ADISADEL COLLEGE

The attention of the Management of Ghana Education Service has been drawn toa disturbing video of assault involving two students of Adisadel College being circulated on social media.

Management is deeply concerned and condemns this barbaric act of violence inour schools. We applaud the school authorities for taking swift action tosuspend the culprit pending further investigation.

Management has directed the Regional Director of Education to liaise withthe school authorities and the relevant law enforcement agency to investigatefor appropriate action.

Ghana Education Service assures the general public that we are taking thismatter very seriously and are committed to ensuring a safe and secure learningenvironment for all students across the country.

SIGNED

CASSANDRA TWUM AMPOFO

HEAD, PUBLIC RELATIONS UNIT