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‘State, church have roles to play in provision of holistic quality education’
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The Presbyterian Church of Ghana (PCG) has called for strict measures to curb the growing indiscipline, violence and sexual assault in some Senior High Schools (SHSs).
The church warned that the recurring trend threatens the quality of education and the development of responsible young people.
The call was made in a communiqué issued at the end of its 26th General Assembly, held virtually from July 31 to August 11, 2026, and in person from August 12 to 16 at the Ramseyer Training Centre, Abetifi-Kwahu.
The Assembly was held under the theme, “celebrating our heritage: Building on the foundation already laid,” based on 1 Corinthians 3:11.
The theme, the communiqué said, was intended to remind Presbyterians of God’s faithfulness throughout the Church’s 198-year history while encouraging members to remain committed to its mission.
According to the church, reports of attacks on teachers, violence and sexual assault among students were worrying signs of a broader culture of indiscipline in the country which required urgent attention from all stakeholders.
It therefore urged the government to expedite action on the revised partnership agreement between the State and mission institutions to strengthen collaboration in the delivery of quality education.
The Assembly said the realities of the present time made collaboration between the State and faith-based institutions essential to achieving sustainable educational outcomes.
It stressed that mission institutions should not be relegated to the background, noting that both the State and the church had important roles to play in providing holistic quality education.
The church further called for a national conversation on disciplinary measures in schools to ensure that young people were properly trained to become responsible adults.
According to the PCG, the rising incidents of violence and attacks on teachers in some SHSs reflected “a deeper systemic failure” and were an offshoot of the general indiscipline among the Ghanaian populace.
The PCG also welcomed the ban on extravagant SHS graduation celebrations and urged parents, schools and society to support the promotion of modesty and humility among young people.
As the PCG prepares towards its bicentenary in 2028, the Church said it would continue to draw strength from its heritage and build on the foundation laid by Christ and its forebears.
It reaffirmed Christ as the “unshakable, eternal foundation” of the Church and pledged to preserve its legacy while continuing to proclaim the Gospel.
The Assembly also reaffirmed the PCG’s commitment to working with the government, traditional authorities and other stakeholders to ensure that Ghana remained a peaceful, just and prosperous nation for present and future generations.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
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A 22-year-old fisherman who stabbed a man on the left arm, back and head during traditional rites at Teshie in Accra has been sentenced to three months’ imprisonment.
Godwin Tetteh, charged with causing harm, pleaded guilty when he appeared before an Accra Circuit Court.
The court convicted him on his plea and sentenced him accordingly.
Chief Inspector Wisdom Alorwu, who led the prosecution, said the complainant, Christopher Tetteh, was a driver and a resident of Teshie, as was the convict.
He said on June 12, at about 19:00 hours, the complainant went to pray at a mosque and, while returning home, the convict saw him and asked him to stop.
The prosecutor said the convict questioned the complainant about why traditional rites had been performed for his daughter to become a priestess without his consent.
The complainant reportedly responded that if the convict was a good father, he would have known about his daughter’s traditional rites.
This infuriated the convict, who allegedly punched the complainant twice in the mouth.
The prosecution said the convict then pulled out a pair of scissors and stabbed the complainant in the left arm, back and head, causing injuries.
It said when the convict attempted to flee, the complainant smashed him in the mouth, after which he took to his heels.
The complainant subsequently went to the Police station to report and, while there, the convict was brought to the station in connection with another offence, where the complainant identified him.
A Police medical form was issued to the complainant to seek treatment at the hospital.
The prosecution said the convict admitted the offence in his caution statement. –GNA
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The Gospel Way Theological Bible Institute on Saturday ordained 18 ministers with a charge to uphold the teachings of Jesus Christ and serve humanity with humility and integrity.
The occasion was attended by the clergy, church leaders, family members, friends and congregants.
Mrs Dorothy Nimako, a staff of the New Times Corporation (NTC) was among the new pastors ordained.
Delivering the sermon, Apostle Dr Emmanuel Essandor, founder and leader of the Institute urged Christians to stop criticising pastors and rather support, encourage and pray for them as they carry out their spiritual responsibilities.
He said spreading unverified allegations about pastors was unfortunate, saying such actions create division in the church and weaken the faith of believers.
“Pastors are like every other human being; they are not perfect and can make mistakes, but criticism should not be used to destroy their reputation or undermine their ministry,” he explained.
He urged Christians to learn to correct issues with love and humility, stressing that pastors needed prayers and encouragement to effectively lead their congregations.
Bishop Essandor also urged the newly ordained ministers to become responsible shepherds who would inspire growth, promote peace and contribute to the moral development of the society.
Gospel Way Theological Bible Institute is a non- governmental organisation that trains individuals into Pastoral ministry.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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