National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), have threatened a nationwide strike effective June 1, if government fails to take action regarding the the alleged assault of three teachers at Adiewoso M/A Basic School in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality, by military personnel in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality.

President of NAGRAT, Jacob Anaba, made the warning on Saturday, May 30, during a press briefing in Ghana.

The alleged assault has sparked outrage among teacher unions, leading to an ongoing industrial action by teachers in the municipality.

Speaking on the matter, Mr. Anaba said the affected teachers have suffered emotional and psychological trauma and deserve justice. He called for a formal apology from the Ghana Armed Forces, disciplinary action against the soldiers involved, and adequate compensation for the victims.

According to him, the incident raises serious concerns about the safety and dignity of teachers in the performance of their duties.

“We cannot sit unconcerned while teachers are subjected to such treatment. The affected teachers deserve justice, and the necessary institutions must act swiftly to address the matter,” he stated.

He called on the Ghana Education Seevice (GES) and all other relevant authorities to step in to restore calm among teachers and prevent escalation ans any future occurrences .

He warned that if there is no meaningful response within one week of the ongoing strike action in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality, teacher unions nationwide will join in solidarity.