The National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) has called for an immediate investigation into allegations that students of the Techiman Krobo Nursing Training College were assaulted by police officers during a demonstration over welfare concerns.
According to NUGS, the incident occurred on Monday, July 27, 2026, when students took to the streets to express concerns over issues including poor feeding arrangements, sanitation challenges, limited engagement between management and the Students’ Representative Council (SRC), and other conditions affecting campus life.
The student body said the demonstration followed unsuccessful attempts to get the concerns addressed through dialogue, leaving the students with what it described as the option of a peaceful protest.
NUGS criticised the reported use of force against the students, arguing that their right to peaceful assembly remains protected under Ghana’s Constitution regardless of their status as students.
“The use of force against unarmed students who were peacefully expressing their concerns is unacceptable and has no place in a democratic society,” the group stated.
The union acknowledged the responsibility of the Ghana Police Service to maintain public order but insisted that such duties must be carried out while respecting citizens’ rights and dignity.
NUGS has therefore appealed to the Inspector-General of Police to launch a thorough and independent inquiry into the incident and ensure that any officer found to have acted improperly faces the necessary sanctions.
It has also called on the Ministry of Health and the management of Techiman Krobo Nursing Training College to provide medical support for any injured students and address the welfare issues that sparked the protest.
The union reaffirmed its commitment to protecting student rights and said it will continue engaging relevant authorities until the matter is resolved and lasting improvements are made to students’ learning conditions.
Read the statement below:
