Former Achimota student, Tyrone Iras Marhguy has recounted the struggles he went through after Achimota School denied him admission.
Achimota school in 2021 refused to enrol two students, (Tyrone Marhguy and Oheneba Nkrabea because of their dreadlocks).
But Marhguy sued the school through his father at the Human Right Division of the Accra High Court.
The Human Rights Court One, presided over by Justice Gifty Adjei Addo, ordered Achimota Senior High School to admit the Rastafarian students, Tyron Iras Marhguy and Oheneba Nkrabea.
Tyrone Iras Marhguy who has been awarded a full scholarship to pursue Computer Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania in the United States of America in a post on his X stated that he has remembered the challenges and triumphs that marked the past three years.
“As I reflect on this journey, I’m reminded of the challenges and triumphs that marked the past three years, starting right from@AchimotaSchool. My story, which I like to call “The Tales from Achimota School,” began with a significant hurdle: a tough decision between keeping my Rastafarian dreadlocks, a symbol of my faith, and attending high school. With my father and an entire country’s support, we challenged the school’s rules, fighting for my right to education and freedom to express my identity.” He wrote.
My fight for the right to wear my Rastafarian dreadlocks to school sparked a national and global debate on individual rights and education. Through national and global media appearances, I developed my voice, advocating for equality and tolerance. After a two-month court battle, I won! Paving the way for inclusive education and inspiring others to stand against discrimination.
I owe immense gratitude to my family, especially my father, Mr. Tereo Marhguy, for his relentless support and sacrifice. To my mother, Mrs. Dorcas Fremarhguy, and my amazing sisters, Amrita Marhguy and Nikita Marhguy, thank you for being my rock and my inspiration.
A heartfelt thank you goes to Mr. Ekow Aikins, CEO of @AikinsConsult, who not only prepared me for the SAT but coached me through the college application and also opened his home to me, ensuring I had the best environment to succeed. To Mr. @fmquayson_1 YAF Ghana), you spent endless nights working with me on all aspects of my college application making sure that I was able to effectively convey my story. And to @Ohenetheshark, your mentorship and support were invaluable.
I also want to acknowledge the broader community of supporters from Child Rights International, Mr. Bright Appiah, and my tireless lawyers, Esq. James Gawuga Nkrumah, BL, LLB, BA and Esq. Francis Ontonyin, Dr. Kwadwo Gyarteng-Darkwa to every individual and organization that stood by me. Your support, whether through media advocacy, legal counsel, or moral encouragement, has been the wind beneath my wings.
As I embark on this new chapter at @Penn, I carry with me the lessons of resilience, advocacy, and gratitude. This is just the beginning of a journey where I hope to continue making a difference, not only through my studies in engineering but also by keeping my beloved Ghana close to my heart.
Source: Elvisanokyenews.com
