Ghana Police Send Strong Message to SHS Students Ahead of WASSCE Conclusion
- The Ghana Police Service has cautioned final-year Senior High School students against misconduct
- Officials earlier arrested six students following recent unrest in the Upper East Region
- The West African Senior School Certificate Examination concludes on Friday, June 19, 2026
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The Ghana Police Service has issued a strong caution to final-year Senior High School (SHS) students across the country ahead of the conclusion of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
Source: Facebook
The law enforcement agency warned candidates against engaging in acts of violence or misconduct during and after the final papers.
A June 18, 2026, Facebook statement from the Ghana Police Service carried the warning after student unrest in parts of the Upper East Region led to the arrest of six students.
At the Zebilla Senior High Technical School, authorities picked up two students in connection with the alleged arson of a teacher’s apartment. Meanwhile, at the Bawku Senior High School, four other students were arrested for rioting, assaulting school officials, and destroying property.
In an official statement shared on Facebook on Thursday, June 18, 2026, the police urged candidates to remain disciplined and celebrate responsibly. The statement stressed that unlawful behaviours carry serious criminal consequences that could jeopardise the future of the students.
"The Police will not hesitate to arrest and prosecute any student found engaging in such conduct," The police statement said.
The Police Service further urged parents, guardians, and school authorities to collaborate with law enforcement to maintain peace and order within the various schools and communities.
The Facebook post below contains the full statement cautioning final-year SHS students against violence.
Police arrest suspect in Innocentia's murder case
YEN.com.gh earlier reported that the Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect, Michael Mensah, in connection with the murder of a University of Cape Coast (UCC) student, Innocentia Atsufui Avinu.
The thirty-nine-year-old suspect, who claims to be a teacher and commercial driver, was apprehended by the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team.
Source: YEN.com.gh
