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Accra Academy student who assaulted colleagues with machete in police custody
Accra Academy student who assaulted colleagues with machete in police custody
By: Nii Ammui Fio | 2 mins read
The police have in their custody a male student of Accra Academy who was caught in a viral video bullying a colleague with a machete. Several other students linked to the incident have also been suspended as investigations continue.
In a statement, the school administration confirmed that swift action had been taken in response to public outrage over the disturbing footage.
"The student responsible for the act has been handed over to the police for further interrogation, while the other students have been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation," the statement read.
The video, which surfaced on social media, shows the student repeatedly striking his colleague with a machete, sparking widespread concern among parents and the general public. Though the incident took place on January 17, it only came to the school’s attention after the footage gained online traction.
"The victims did not report the issue until the video was shared online, drawing attention to the situation," the school explained.
The students involved have been identified as Shadad Aliu (aka Kester, IVA 1), Haleem Jibril (aka Chopper, 3Bus 5), Ahmed Dauda (aka Foreigner, 3GA 5), and Richard Ninsin (aka Poisonous, 3GA 5). Their parents have been contacted, and statements have been taken as part of the ongoing investigation.
While the main suspect remains in police custody, the other students—who are all day students—have been instructed to stay away from campus until the probe is concluded.
Preliminary findings indicate that the machete used in the assault was not sourced from the school but was instead brought from home by one of the students.
Accra Academy reassured the public that it is handling the matter with urgency and seriousness.
"We are committed to ensuring that appropriate measures are taken to address the situation, and we will inform all stakeholders of the outcome once the investigation is concluded," the statement added.
The school further acknowledged the concerns raised by parents and the broader community, emphasizing that student safety and well-being remain its top priority.
