A shocking incident at Abetifi Technical Institute has gone viral and stirred intense debate across social media and educational platforms in Ghana.
During what was meant to be a lively internal celebration aimed at showcasing students’ talents and creativity, a female student stunned both staff and her peers when she performed an energetic dance and proceeded to twerk on the lap of the school’s headmaster.
The event, organized as part of the school’s extracurricular activities, typically features music, drama, dance, and cultural displays to promote unity and student engagement. However, this year’s program took an unexpected turn.
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Moment of Controversy
The student, whose identity has not been disclosed, was participating in a dance competition segment of the event. As she reached the peak of her performance, she approached the seated headmaster and twerked directly on his lap — an act that drew gasps, cheers, and confusion from the audience.
While some students appeared to see it as lighthearted fun, others were clearly disturbed. The moment was captured on video and quickly shared on social media, drawing widespread attention and criticism.
Watch Video: A student at Abetifi Technical Institute leaves audience stunned after twerking on the headmaster during a school event.
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Social Media Reactions
The viral video has sparked mixed reactions online. Many users condemned the student’s actions, describing them as disrespectful and inappropriate for an academic environment. Others questioned the school’s level of supervision and whether the program was adequately planned to prevent such behavior.
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One X (formerly Twitter) user called on the Ghana Education Service (GES) to summon both the student and the headmaster for questioning, suggesting that there may be more to the situation.
Another commenter insinuated a deeper relationship between the two, further fueling public speculation.
Concerns About Discipline and School Culture
Beyond the immediate shock, the incident has reignited concerns about discipline and the changing dynamics between students and authority figures in Ghanaian schools.
Education analysts have pointed to the growing influence of pop culture and social media trends, which often blur the lines between self-expression and misconduct. They warn that if not addressed, such behaviors could erode respect for school authority and discipline.
Experts are calling for a review of how extracurricular programs are planned and supervised. Some have also advocated for the reintroduction of life skills and values education to help students better understand appropriate conduct in formal settings.
What’s Next?
As discussions continue both online and offline, many await a formal response from school authorities and the Ghana Education Service.
This incident has once again highlighted the importance of reinforcing moral education and ensuring that creativity and fun do not come at the cost of decency and respect in schools.
