Kumasi Technical Institute management considers recall of 500 students following misconduct

Management of the Kumasi Technical Institute (KTI) in the Ashanti Region is engaging stakeholders to determine the appropriate time for the return of approximately 500 students who were sent home on Friday, May 26, following a recent rampage that resulted in damage to school property.

The incident occurred on May 17 when students engaged in disruptive behavior, prompting the school administration to take decisive action. On Saturday, May 27, a meeting was held between school officials and parents of the students, during which the authorities stressed the need to strengthen security measures, including the installation of CCTV cameras.

Gabriel Kingsford Osei, the Principal of the Kumasi Technical Institute, revealed that parents have expressed support for the management’s efforts to instill discipline in the students.

“After hearing about the incident, the parents expressed their sincere regret, and the Vice Chairperson of the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) offered an apology on behalf of all parents. Furthermore, the comments from parents indicate that they recognize the importance of discipline in our students’ education. They have also accepted the need to pay for the damages caused. Therefore, we are currently exploring the best approach to recall these students and subsequently address the consequences of their actions,” explained Principal Osei.

The students’ unruly behavior was triggered by the school administration’s decision to conduct a roll call after many of them failed to attend a Friday assembly.

The incident has been reported to the Technical and Vocational Education Training Directorate for further action.