I intend to pursue all lawful avenues to clear my name - Obuasi SHTS headmaster

The interdicted headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS), Zakaria Abdulai, has pledged to pursue all lawful avenues to clear his name amid ongoing investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct involving female students.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, October 20, Mr Abdulai expressed gratitude to friends, relatives and well-wishers who have continued to support him amid the allegations.

He said he would devote his attention and resources to clearing his name and vindicating his position as investigations into the matter continue.

"At this time, I intend to devote my attention and resources to pursuing all lawful avenues to clear my name and vindicate my position," he stated.

Zakaria said he remains hopeful that, once these matters are resolved, he will be able to return to active political engagement and continue contributing to the ideals and aspirations of the NDC.

The headmaster remains interdicted as investigations into the allegations continue.

Zakaria Abdulai who is also the incumbent Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Juaben Constituency, has resigned from his position and withdrawn his candidature for the constituency chairmanship election.

In a letter dated October 20, 2026, and addressed to the party’s General Secretary, Abdulai said his resignation and withdrawal from the contest took immediate effect.

"I write to formally notify you of my decision to resign from my position as the incumbent Secretary of the Juaben Constituency of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), with immediate effect.

"I also wish to formally withdraw my candidature for the position of Constituency Chairman in the forthcoming NDC constituency elections, effective immediately," the letter stated.

Mr Abdulai also thanked the NDC for giving him the opportunity to serve the party as both a member and an officer, describing it as a privilege to contribute to its growth and development.