Education Minister Raises Alarm Over Rising Presence of Weapons in Schools

Education Minister Orders Strict Enforcement of Mobile Phone Ban and School Safety Measures.

The Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, has expressed deep concern over the increasing trend of students carrying weapons to school, describing it as a serious threat to the safety of learners, teachers, and the overall school environment.

He made these remarks during the official inauguration ceremony of newly appointed board members for the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) and the National School Inspectorate Authority (NaSIA), held in Accra.

Addressing the gathering, the Minister underscored the importance of discipline, adherence to school rules, and collective responsibility in ensuring safe learning spaces. He called for closer collaboration among education stakeholders to address the growing concerns around violence in schools.

Hon. Iddrisu urged the newly inaugurated boards to go beyond academic performance and prioritize the emotional and social development of students. According to him, ensuring learners are well-rounded and emotionally stable is essential to the success of the education system.

The Minister also advocated for the early integration of artificial intelligence and coding into the basic school curriculum. He noted that these skills are critical in equipping young learners to thrive in an increasingly digital and technology-driven world.

In response, the newly sworn-in chairpersons—Prof. Vincent Assanful (NaCCA) and Dr. Maabobor Kor Jacob Aaworb-Nang (NaSIA)—pledged their commitment to upholding quality standards in pre-tertiary education. They also assured the Ministry of close collaboration with relevant institutions to strengthen and modernize the country’s educational framework.

Board Membership Details

NaCCA Board:

•Prof. Vincent Assanful (Chair)

•Dr. Sulemana Iddrisu

•Prof. Augustine Ocloo

•Prof. Azeko Tahiru Salifu

•Mrs. Comfort Ashiagbor

•Prof. Ernest Kofi Davies

•Mr. Leonard Attivor

•Mrs. Ernesticia Lartey Asuinura

•Prof. Samuel Ofori Obuobisah Bekoe

NaSIA Board

•Dr. Maabobor Kor Jacob Aaworb-Nang (Chair)

•Dr. Monique Armstrong-Baidoo

•Dr. Christian Addai Poku

•Prof. Samuel Ofori Obuobisah Bekoe

•Mr. Obenfo Nana Kwasi Gyetuah

•Mr. Divine Worlanyo Agbenyo

•Mr. Michael Akanvibe Ayuraboya

•Ms. Emilia Affi Agbenyo

•Dr. Issahaque Munawaru

•Jennifer Tachi, Esq.

•Ing. Prof. Tahiru Salifu Azeko

Further announcements regarding educational safety reforms and curriculum development are expected in the coming weeks.

go beyond academic achievement,” he noted. “We aim to nurture responsible citizens with strong values, critical thinking skills, and a clear sense of national identity.”



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