Accra, Ghana – February 18, 2025
The National Peace Council (NPC) has announced plans to introduce a policy document aimed at addressing religious discrimination in Senior High Schools (SHS) across Ghana.
The document, which awaits final approval from the Ghana Education Service (GES), is designed to uphold freedom of religion, as enshrined in Article 21(1)(c) of the 1992 Constitution.
Speaking to Citi News, George Amoh, Executive Secretary of the NPC, stated that the initiative builds upon previous efforts to address religious tensions in mission schools.
“Following the 2015 issue around the hijab, the Peace Council facilitated dialogues with religious leaders, especially those affiliated with mission schools. At that time, we developed a 10-point communique, but it wasn’t fully implemented due to financial constraints.
When the issue of Wesley Girls’ High School came up, we saw the need to revisit the campaign. We have now secured the buy-in of GES and mission schools for an MoU that will guide religious practices in secondary schools.”
The document is expected to provide clear guidelines on religious expression in schools, ensuring that students of all faiths are treated fairly while maintaining discipline and unity in educational institutions.
The NPC hopes that the new framework will prevent future disputes, promote interfaith harmony, and create a more inclusive learning environment.
