Two Aduman SHS Teachers Remanded in Custody as Police Probe Alleged Sodomy Involving Students

Two teachers of Aduman Senior High School in the Ashanti Region have been remanded into police custody by the Nsuta Circuit Court, as investigators probe allegations of sexual misconduct involving male students at the institution.

The suspects, identified as 39-year-old Isaac Yankey, the school's chaplain, and 37-year-old Kwabena Kwakye Palance, an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) teacher, were arrested on November 10, 2026, and appeared before the court two days later. Presiding Judge His Honour Nketia Galga ordered their remand to allow police to continue investigations.

How the Case Unfolded

The matter came to light after the mother of one of the alleged victims publicly appealed for justice on television on November 10. According to her account, she became concerned when her son—a final-year student preparing for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)—returned home complaining of feeling unwell. Further questioning, she said, led her to uncover the alleged abuse involving the two teachers. She also raised fears of an attempted cover-up and urged authorities to ensure justice.

The case was formally reported to the Kodie District Police Command on November 9 by the Afigya Kwabre South District Director of Education, David Akomea, and the district's Public Relations Officer, Kwabena Obeng Frimpong, after education officials received information about the alleged incident. The case was subsequently transferred to the Ashanti North Regional Criminal Investigations Department (CID) on November 11 for further inquiries.

GES Interdicts Teachers, Provides Support

The Ghana Education Service (GES) had already interdicted both teachers pending the outcome of the investigations, in a statement signed by Head of Public Relations Daniel Fenyi. The Service confirmed that the alleged victim has been receiving psychosocial support to safeguard his emotional and mental well-being.

"The Service said it would continue to take appropriate measures to ensure that students learn in a safe and supportive environment," the GES statement noted.

Multiple Victims Reported

While initial public attention focused on a single student, police statements and multiple media reports indicate the allegations involve two minors. The Graphic Online reported that the case concerns "allegations of sodomy involving two minors," though police have not disclosed further details about the circumstances or the specific number of victims.

Legal Context

Under Ghana's Criminal Code, "unnatural carnal knowledge" is prohibited under Section 104, and the offence is complete upon proof of the least degree of penetration. Where the alleged victims are minors under 16, the offence may also fall under defilement provisions carrying a minimum sentence of seven years and a maximum of 25 years. Police have not indicated the specific charges the suspects may face.

Police Assure Thorough Investigation

The Ashanti North Regional Police Command, in a statement signed by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Emmanuel Agbodzi, assured the public that the matter is being handled professionally.

"The Ashanti North Regional Police Command assures the public that the matter is being handled professionally and that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure a thorough investigation for justice," the statement said.

Both suspects remain in police custody as investigations continue. Neither has been convicted of any offence, and the allegations remain subject to the outcome of the legal process.