The Upper West Regional Police Command has confirmed the arrest of four students in connection with violent disturbances that broke out at the Wa Technical Institute.

According to citinewsroom.com on December 9, 2025, the riots left significant damage to school property.

Regional Police Commander, DCOP Francis Yiribaare, described the chaos as a grave act of misconduct triggered when some students resisted internal disciplinary measures.

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What began as a routine enforcement of school regulations, particularly repeated warnings against wearing unauthorised uniforms and using mobile phones, escalated after a group of students defied the rules and reacted aggressively to disciplinary action.

The situation quickly spiralled out of control. Several students vandalised school property, damaging six vehicles and smashing window panes at both the administration block and the multi-purpose hall.

Police officers arrived swiftly after receiving reports of the disturbance, restoring order and effecting the arrests.

DCOP Yiribaare also disclosed that police are investigating the school’s domestic bursar, after food items belonging to the institution were allegedly discovered in her possession.

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He indicated that the case would be forwarded to court if she is found culpable.

In a related development, the Commander provided an update on a separate December 5 incident at Saawie, where officers responding to a complaint were allegedly attacked and disarmed by some youth.

Meanwhile, Police reinforcements have arrested nine suspects. Seven have since been arraigned, while two were released after interrogation.

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