A shocking incident has rocked Asukawkaw Senior High School (SHS) in the Oti Region, as matron Cynthia Delarko faces allegations of stealing food meant for the students. Local assembly man Mark Oduro revealed in an interview with Asaase News that multiple reports had been received about Delarko’s thievery. Upon investigation, it was discovered that she was pilfering food items approximately twice a week and even hired drivers to transport the stolen goods to Hohoe for unknown purposes. Oduro expressed deep concern, highlighting the detrimental impact of Delarko’s actions on the government’s Free SHS policy, which aims to provide free education and support to students. Consequently, Delarko has been handed over to the Katanga Police for further investigation. The stolen food items included bags of rice and beans, as well as large and small tins of canned tomatoes, along with a gallon of vegetable oil.
In the midst of this scandal, the school’s headmaster, John Sitsofe Nukunu, has chosen to remain silent, declining any comment on the matter. Meanwhile, Kennedy Frimpong, the Katanga Police commander, has confirmed Delarko’s arrest and assured the public that an investigation is underway. This incident has not only sparked outrage but has also raised serious concerns about the well-being of the students and the urgent need for more stringent measures to ensure that resources allocated for their benefit are properly utilized.
The alleged actions of Cynthia Delarko, the matron at Asukawkaw SHS, have sent shockwaves through the community, igniting debates about accountability and the safeguarding of resources for the students’ welfare. The repercussions of this incident are likely to reverberate throughout the region, casting doubt on the effectiveness of existing systems in preventing such thefts. As authorities delve deeper into the investigation, questions arise regarding the overall management and oversight of resources within educational institutions, prompting calls for stricter measures to be implemented to guarantee that students receive the support they deserve.
