Kumasi Academy Alumni Back Strict Disciplinary Measures Following WASSCE Arson Threats

The Kumasi Academy Past Students Association (KAPSA), popularly known as Akunini Global, has formally declared its support for the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the management of Kumasi Academy regarding stringent disciplinary measures implemented during the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). This public endorsement follows a period of heightened tension at the school which necessitated police intervention and resulted in the arrest of four final-year students. The arrests were made in connection with alleged threats of arson and damage to school property, actions the alumni association has strongly condemned as incompatible with the institution’s values.

In a statement signed by National President Harry Boakye and General Secretary Elder Ebenezer Teitey Sackey, the association emphasized that discipline and personal responsibility are foundational to the school's long-standing academic reputation. Akunini Global specifically backed the decision to segregate and place approximately 60 final-year students under heightened supervision during their examinations. This move, aimed at preventing examination malpractice and maintaining order, was deemed a necessary step to safeguard the integrity of the WASSCE results and the future of the student body at large.

While maintaining a firm stance on discipline, the alumni leadership also advocated for a more holistic approach to student management during high-pressure periods. They proposed the strengthening of counseling services and mental health support to help students navigate the stress of national examinations. By balancing rigorous supervision with emotional support, the association believes the school can prevent similar outbreaks of frustration and ensure that students remain focused on their academic objectives without resorting to violence.

Looking forward, Akunini Global has called for increased dialogue among all stakeholders, including parents, school authorities, and the GES, to collaboratively address challenges in examination management. The association further urged the media to exercise restraint and avoid sensationalized reporting that could unfairly tarnish the school’s legacy. By prioritizing constructive engagement and student welfare alongside strict disciplinary standards, the association aims to preserve Kumasi Academy’s position as a premier institution of learning in Ghana.