The Education Ministry says it has been duly briefed on the unfortunate incident that occurred on the campus of the Islamic Senior High School in Kumasi on Monday, June 13, 2022.
The Ministry says it regrets the rather unfortunate incident, which resulted in 38 students seeking medical attention and the temporary disruption of academic work.
Deputy Minister for Education, Ntim Fordjour accompanied by the Ashanti Regional Director of Education, Mayor of Kumasi and CHASS President, has visited the affected students at the various health facilities as well as addressed the entire student population on campus.
He visited the area on behalf of the Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum.
Ministry of Education further assured the public that all the affected students are responding to medical treatment and are in good condition.
Out of the 38 students hospitalised, 22 have been discharged and have joined their colleagues on campus, the Ministry added.
They also assured parents and guardians of the safety and security of their wards, as full academic work starts tomorrow Tuesday, June 14.
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