RISE-Ghana is appealing to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to re-examine its decision allowing Zakaria Abdulai, the suspended headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS), to run for constituency chairman. The organization expresses concern that clearing Abdulai while allegations of sexual abuse involving students at Obuasi SHTS remain unresolved could erode public trust in Ghana’s institutions and access to justice. RISE-Ghana believes this case represents a crucial test of commitment to child protection and accountability by both political parties and state bodies. The group argues that the handling of this case directly impacts the confidence survivors and their families have in the justice system. They emphasize the importance of protecting vulnerable students and upholding ethical standards within educational institutions. The statement, released October 20th and signed by Executive Director Awal Ahmed Kariama, urges the NDC to prioritize these concerns.