There is serious agitation in the education front in Yilo Krobo municipality in Eastern region over increasing cases of alleged extortion by the Municipal Director of Education.
The Municipal Director of Yilo Krobo, Rev. Atta Bilson, finds himself facing serious allegations of extortion and misconduct, which have sparked concerns within the local educational community.
Headteachers in the municipality have come forward with troubling accusations against the director, claiming that they are being unfairly burdened financially and victimized.
The allegations against Rev. Atta Bilson are as follows:
Charging for Workshops: It is alleged that headteachers in the municipality numbering 121 were made to pay GH¢60 each for the Annual School Census workshop. This fee which translates to a total of Ghc7,260 has raised questions about the fairness and necessity of such charges.
Fueling Expenses: Headteachers were reportedly asked to contribute GH¢50 each which amounts to Ghc6,050 to fuel the director’s vehicle for a Conference of Directors of Education (CoDE) event. This financial request has left many questioning its appropriateness.
Control of Examinations: Rev. Atta Bilson is accused of taking control of end-of-term examinations by purchasing them from private printers.
Parents were allegedly charged exorbitant fees for these examinations, which were previously set by teachers themselves.
The motive behind this move is believed to be financial gain.
Profit-Sharing Arrangement: The director is alleged to have incited Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) and School Management Committee (SMC) executive members to organize extra classes, with a reported 50/50 profit-sharing arrangement. This arrangement has raised concerns about the fairness of such agreements within the education system.
Victimization: Headteachers who attempt to seek clarifications or ask questions are reportedly met with public insults and victimization. This alleged behavior is said to create a hostile working environment for educators in the municipality.
He Aggrieved Headteachers in Yilo Krobo have expressed their exhaustion with what they perceive as victimization and unjust practices.
Notably, these alleged actions have not been associated with previous directors, indicating a departure from established norms.
The allegations have prompted calls for a thorough investigation into the conduct of Rev. Atta Bilson and the practices within the local education system.
Many believe that it is essential to address these concerns promptly and transparently to ensure fair and ethical practices within the Yilo Krobo education community.
Local authorities and educational stakeholders are being urged to take swift action to investigate these allegations and provide a resolution for the concerned headteachers, who believe they have become victims of extortion and misconduct.
The outcome of these investigations will likely have significant implications for the future of educational administration in the Yilo Krobo municipality.
Source:Mybrytfmonline.com/News Desk
