Suspends Christoph The Change from Performing at Schools Events
Monrovia, Liberia – The Ministry of Education has initiated formal enforcement action for violations of duty of care, student safeguarding, and supervision standards after reviewing the unacceptable performance at St. Theresa Convent Catholic School.
The incident, which included indecent exposure in front of children, was deemed by the Ministry to be a grave violation of the school’s child protection duties. No administrators from St. Theresa Convent Catholic School attended the meeting, although the Catholic School Secretariat was officially invited to speak on the subject, MOE noted.
“As of the date of this communication,” 25-02-2026, the school had not provided a written justification for their absence, MOE communication added. In this case, the ministry said, the absence of the school’s administrators was considered a violation of the Ministry’s summons and regulatory requirements.
In accordance with the Education Reform Act, the Liberian Schools Code of Conduct, and associated regulations, the Ministry has enforced the following penalties: A financial penalty of LRD 500,000 payable within fourteen (14) days. Mandatory disciplinary proceedings against administrators and teachers responsible for supervision, with evidence of action to be submitted to the Ministry.
A nationwide prohibition on the artist “Christoph the Change” from performing at school-related events for the remainder of the academic year. A requirement for a formal apology and corrective action plan from the school administration. Coordinated student counseling and parental engagement through the Montserrado County Education Office.
The Ministry clarified in a statement, stating that the artist’s visit on the school campus was marred by what it called an inappropriate incident. Parents, school administrators, and some members of the public expressed worry over the event, which was planned to encourage and amuse students. Officials emphasized that protecting students and upholding discipline in academic settings remain crucial, even though they did not go into detail about the entire extent of the incident.
The Ministry’s action has been acknowledged and Christoph, whose full name is Christopher Christoph Nyenga, has apologized. In a statement released soon after receiving the official notification said, “A while ago, the Ministry of Education communicated its decision to impose a nationwide prohibition on my performance at school-related events for the duration of the current academic year. The action is in response to the unfortunate incident that occurred on the grounds of St. Theresa Convent School on February 7.”
The musician continued, “I appreciate the chance to take this time to think and respect the Ministry’s decision.” He went on to say, “I want to reiterate my sincere apologies once again to the students, staff, parents, and everyone who was offended by my actions, addressing the people who had been affected directly. I apologize, family.”
