Education Ministry Condemns Yendi School Shooting; Orders Swift Police Action

The Ministry of Education has strongly condemned the shooting incident at the Zohe Evangelical Presbyterian (EP) Primary School in Yendi in the Northern Region, describing it as a grave threat to the safety of pupils, teachers and the entire school community.

Preliminary reports indicate that two armed men stormed the school premises and fired indiscriminately, triggering fear and panic among pupils and staff. The headmaster was reportedly injured after being assaulted during the attack.

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has directed the Ghana Police Service to launch immediate investigations and ensure the perpetrators are arrested and prosecuted.

In a statement, the Ministry said: “The Ministry of Education unequivocally condemns the disturbing shooting incident that occurred at Zohe Evangelical Presbyterian (EP) Primary School in Yendi, in the Northern Region.”

It stressed that schools are sacred spaces dedicated to teaching, learning and the holistic development of children, adding that acts of violence, intimidation and the use of firearms on school premises are unacceptable and pose a serious danger to learners and educators.

The Ministry urged the public to respect the sanctity of school environments and refrain from activities that could endanger pupils and teachers.

It further noted: “The Minister has directed the immediate attention of the Ghana Police Service to this criminal act and has called for swift investigations into the incident.”

The Ministry expressed solidarity with the affected pupils, staff and the injured headmaster, wishing him a speedy recovery.

It assured parents, guardians and the general public that it will continue working with security agencies to ensure schools remain safe spaces for teaching and learning.

The Ministry also appealed to anyone with information that could assist the investigation to cooperate with the Ghana Police Service.