Hot SourceThe Ministry of Education has launched an investigation into allegations circulating on social media that placement into Aburi Girls’ Senior High School (AGSHS) requires a payment of GH¢15,000.
The claim, attributed to one Gertrude Adzo Borklo, suggested that admission into the prestigious institution could be bought. Her post, which quickly went viral, was deleted shortly afterwards when her account was deactivated.
In a statement, Deputy Minister of Education, Dr Clement Abas Apaak, said the allegation was not only false but also deliberately designed to discredit the integrity of the Computerised School Placement System (CSSPS).
“This claim appears to feed into a conspiratorial narrative intended to create the false impression that the BECE placement system is for sale,” Dr Apaak stated. “The Ministry views this allegation with the utmost seriousness and has initiated an immediate investigation.”
According to the Ministry, other anonymous accounts have since been spreading similar claims online, further fuelling public suspicion.
According to the ministry, the account was deactivated shortly after the claim was posted. Dr. Apaak revealed that other anonymous accounts have since been amplifying similar claims, fueling further suspicion.
In response, the ministry is working with National Security, the Cyber Security Authority, and other state agencies to trace the individuals behind the allegations and assist with investigations. “We are collaborating closely with National Security, the Cyber Security Authority, and other agencies to track down these people,” the Deputy Minister added.
The ministry has also categorically denied that the computerized placement system comes at any cost to parents or students.
“The BECE Computerized School Placement System is entirely free of charge. At no point is payment required to access this service,” Dr. Apaak stressed.
He further urged members of the public to assist in exposing individuals, whether officials or third parties, who attempt to exploit the system.
“We call on members of the public to provide any information or evidence of persons, whether Ministry officials or third parties, who demand money for placements. The Ministry assures swift and decisive action against any individual found culpable,” he emphasized.
To facilitate the reporting of such cases, the ministry has established dedicated hotlines: 054 154 8223 for calls and 024 490 8957 for WhatsApp messages.
According to the deputy minister, the ministry is committed to preserving the integrity of Ghana’s placement system and rebuilding public trust.
“Together, we can safeguard the integrity and transparency of Ghana’s school placement system and weed out unscrupulous people who seek to benefit unduly from this important national exercise,” Dr Apaak underscored.
Meanwhile, nationwide school placement resolution centres, which opened on Friday, 18 September 2025, have already received thousands of complaints from parents and guardians.
These centres, established in regional capitals, are tasked with handling grievances, verifying placement details and ensuring prompt redress.
Dr Apaak concluded by urging public cooperation to safeguard the transparency of Ghana’s school placement system. “Together, we can protect the integrity of this vital national exercise and weed out unscrupulous persons seeking to profit from it.”
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