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GES Mourns Tragic Death Of O’Reilly Senior High Student

Written by Sarah Boye

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has conveyed its profound sorrow over the tragic death of Edward Sackey, a final-year student at O’Reilly Senior High School.

The Head of Public Relations, Cassandra Twum Ampofo,issued a statement offering heartfelt condolences to Sackey’s family, friends, and the entire school community.

Meanwhile, the institute plans to complete its internal review within two weeks, while the police handle the criminal investigation.

Additionally, the statement confirmed that calm has returned to the school, and the institute is actively working to ensure the safety and well-being of all students and staff.

The tragic event occurred on September 2, after Sackey was fatally pierce in the chest during a confrontation with a fellow student from the Visual Arts Department.

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