Tragedy strikes Nkwanta SHS: Three students shot in tribal clashes forces immediate school shutdown – as authorities race to protect remaining students.
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- School Closed After Violence – Nkwanta SHS shut down following tribal clashes that left 3 students shot (2 injured, 1 killed).
- Police Protection Arranged – Authorities organizing secured transport for students to return home safely.
- Temporary Safety Measure – Closure called “necessary” by officials, with security monitoring the situation.
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Education authorities have urgently closed Nkwanta Senior High School following violent tribal clashes that left three students injured by gunfire. The Ghana Education Service took action after two consecutive days of dangerous unrest at the Oti Region institution.
The temporary closure addresses immediate safety concerns, with no set date for resuming classes. Officials confirm the wounded students are receiving care while security forces attempt to restore calm in the area.
The incident has reignited discussions about protecting students in Ghana’s schools during ethnic conflicts. Local leaders are demanding swift solutions to prevent further violence.
Education officials made this decision after emergency talks with security forces. On June 26, two female day students were shot while traveling to school.
The clashes continued the next day, when a male student died after being hit by a stray bullet during classroom exams.
Safety Measures Announced for Student Evacuation
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Education officials are organizing police-protected transportation for all students leaving campus
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The Oti Region Education Director consulted school leaders, security forces, and government officials before deciding
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Authorities cite “clear danger” to students and staff as reason for immediate closure.
Official Statements
In a June 27 memo, the Acting Education Director explained:
- “We must close temporarily to ensure everyone’s safety”
- “Security forces will help monitor the situation”
- Requested additional support from GES leadership to handle the crisis
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