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Ministry of Education Suspends Teacher Amid Allegations of Sexual Misconduct

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The Ministry of Education in Liberia has taken decisive action in response to allegations of sexual misconduct involving a female student and a Chemistry teacher at the Nathaniel Varney Massaquoi High School in Gbarnga. The teacher, Julius Sevelee, also known as "Chemical J," has been suspended pending the outcome of a five-day administrative investigation. The suspension follows a formal complaint lodged by the student's father and an initial investigation by the Liberia National Police's Bong County Detachment, which cleared Sevelee of the rape allegation but further escalated the case when the student's family brought it to the attention of local education officials.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Ministry of Education suspended Julius Sevelee, a Chemistry teacher, following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a female student at the Nathaniel Varney Massaquoi High School in Gbarnga.
  • The allegations led to a formal complaint lodged by the student's father, who accused Sevelee of raping his daughter.
  • An initial investigation by the Liberia National Police's Bong County Detachment cleared Sevelee of the rape allegation, but further investigation revealed the allegations.
  • The suspension is based on a breach of Section 6.3.1.2(d) of the Ministry's Code of Conduct, which prohibits teachers from engaging in sexual relationships with students under their supervision.
  • CEO David Boakai stated that the suspension takes effect immediately and will remain in place pending the outcome of the five-day administrative investigation.
  • Sevelee acknowledged the suspension and pledged full cooperation with the investigation.
  • The allegations have sparked concern in the Gbarnga education community, with parents and stakeholders calling for a swift and transparent resolution.

Statistics:

  • The Ministry of Education has a zero-tolerance policy regarding teacher-student misconduct.
  • A five-day administrative investigation is underway to determine the facts surrounding the allegation.
  • The suspension took effect immediately, with Sevelee barred from entering the school compound or interacting with students or staff.

Sources:

  • The New Dawn newspaper, July 28, 2025
  • The Ministry of Education (MOE) Press Release, July 25, 2025
  • AllAfrica Global Media (allAfrica.com), July 28, 2025

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