Selorm Kwaku Tettey: Glikpome Basic School Headteacher Found Dead in Akatsi Guest House

The Akatsi South Municipality in the Volta Region has been thrown into a state of mourning following the sudden death of Selorm Kwaku Tettey, the 44-year-old headteacher of Glikpome Basic School. Mr. Tettey’s body was discovered on the morning of July 7, 2026, within the premises of the Joli Bebe Guest House in Akatsi. The news has sent shockwaves through the local education community, where he was regarded as a dedicated professional and a vital contributor to the development of his students and the school.

The discovery was made at approximately 10:00 AM by a guest house staff member during routine duties. Prior to the grim find, concerns regarding Mr. Tettey’s whereabouts had been mounting after his wife reported that she was unable to establish contact with him through his mobile phone. Her inability to reach him prompted a report to education authorities and local leaders. An Assembly Member for the area later verified the scene alongside Ghana Police Service officers who were dispatched to the location immediately after the report was filed.

Preliminary investigations conducted by the police at the guest house revealed no immediate visible signs of physical assault or struggle on the body, leading to questions regarding the medical or underlying circumstances of his passing. Law enforcement officials have cordoned off the scene to ensure a thorough investigation into the events leading up to his arrival at the guest house and his subsequent death. Local community members and colleagues have expressed deep grief, describing the loss as a significant blow to the Akatsi South educational sector.

Mr. Tettey’s body has been conveyed to a local morgue for preservation and a scheduled post-mortem examination. The results of the autopsy are expected to provide definitive answers and help the police determine the official cause of death. As the investigation continues, authorities have urged the public to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information, while the Glikpome Basic School community prepares to honor the memory of their late headteacher.