GES dismisses student death reports at Ghana National College as old

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has formally debunked circulating reports regarding the alleged death of a student at Ghana National College. In a clarifying statement, the service revealed that the reports currently gaining traction on social media are based on a tragic incident that actually occurred in 2018. The GES moved quickly to set the record straight to prevent further panic among parents, students, and the general public. According to a social media post released by the GES on November 7, 2023, the revival of this years-old story appears to be a deliberate act of misinformation. The service described the dissemination of the old reports as a "malicious attempt" to reopen old wounds for the family of the deceased and to cause emotional distress. Furthermore, the GES highlighted that such false claims are damaging to the reputation of Ghana National College, its staff, and the broader educational administration. The GES has appealed to the public to exercise caution and responsibility when sharing news on social media platforms. By calling for an end to the spread of this specific misinformation, the service underscored the importance of fact-checking to avoid the "unnecessary distress" caused to the bereaved family. The management of the school and the GES remains focused on maintaining a stable environment for learning, free from the distractions of debunked rumors and historical tragedies being presented as current news.