Education Ministry Condemns Armed Attack on Yendi Zohe EP Primary School, Calls for Swift Police Action

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Published July 9, 2026

Published at: 06:09Pm

Story by Saibu Terry

The Ministry of Education has strongly condemned the shooting incident at Zohe Evangelical Presbyterian (EP) Primary School in Yendi, Northern Region, describing the attack as a serious threat to the safety and security of Ghana’s educational institutions.

In a statement issued on Thursday, July 9, the Ministry said preliminary reports indicate that two armed men stormed the school premises and indiscriminately discharged firearms, causing fear and panic among pupils, teachers, and other staff members.

The Ministry further disclosed that the headmaster of the school was allegedly assaulted during the incident and sustained injuries.

Reacting to the attack, the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, directed the Ghana Police Service to immediately investigate the incident and ensure that those responsible are arrested and prosecuted.

The Ministry stressed that schools are sacred spaces dedicated to teaching, learning, and the holistic development of children, emphasizing that acts of violence, intimidation, and the use of firearms on school premises are unacceptable.

It also urged the public to desist from encroaching on school lands, noting that such actions often contribute to disputes that threaten the peaceful operation of educational institutions.

The Ministry expressed solidarity with the affected pupils, staff, and the injured headmaster, wishing him a speedy recovery while assuring parents, guardians, and the public of its commitment to working closely with security agencies to guarantee safe learning environments across the country.

Additionally, the Ministry appealed to anyone with credible information that could assist investigations to cooperate fully with the Ghana Police Service.

The statement was signed by Hashmin Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Minister for Education.