The headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS), Zakaria Abdulai, has resigned as National Democratic Congress (NDC) secretary in the Juaben Constituency and withdrawn from the party’s forthcoming constituency chairmanship elections.
Abdulai said he was stepping aside to concentrate on clearing his name over allegations of sexual abuse involving female students at the school.
In a letter dated October 20, 2026, and addressed to the NDC General Secretary, he said both decisions took immediate effect.
He said he would now devote his time and resources to using lawful avenues to defend himself against the allegations.
“At this time, I intend to devote my attention and resources to pursuing all lawful avenues to clear my name and vindicate my position. I remain hopeful that, once these matters are resolved, I will be able to return to active political engagement and continue contributing to the ideals and aspirations of the NDC,” he stated.
The allegations have prompted public concern and calls for accountability and a full investigation. Abdulai is accused of sexually abusing more than 14 female students at Obuasi Senior High Technical School.
He has denied wrongdoing and continues to maintain his innocence.
“I wish to express my profound gratitude to my friends, relatives, and all well-wishers who have stood by me and maintained their faith in my innocence in the face of the allegations levelled against me and my office,” he said.
Abdulai also expressed gratitude to the NDC for giving him the opportunity to serve and contribute to the party’s growth and development.
He did not provide details of the legal action he plans to pursue, nor did he say when he expects the matter to be resolved.
The letter was copied to the NDC National Chairman and the party’s Ashanti Regional Chairman.
NAGRAT calls for officials’ removal
The National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) has called for Abdulai’s removal, along with that of Ghana Education Service (GES) officials in Obuasi, over their alleged handling of complaints linked to the case.
NAGRAT President Jacob Anaba said concerns about the alleged misconduct had been raised before the claims became public.
His comments have raised questions about how the relevant education authorities responded to those complaints and increased scrutiny of the school’s management.
Public pressure has also focused on the conduct of education officials and the steps taken after the allegations were reported.
The claims against Abdulai remain under investigation. No conclusion about his culpability should be reached until the relevant processes have been completed.
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