President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Thursday, November 21, led the commissioning of 80 completed educational projects across all 16 regions of the country, in a historic milestone aimed at improving access to quality education and creating a conducive learning environment for students nationwide.
The nationwide event was marked by simultaneous commissioning ceremonies at district and regional levels, with Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum playing prominent roles.
In his address at a brief commissioning exercise at the St. Barnabas Anglican Basic School in Osu in the Greater Accra Region, the President emphasized his government’s unwavering commitment to education.
“Today, we reaffirm our dedication to ensuring that every Ghanaian child has access to quality education in a safe and well-equipped environment. These projects demonstrate our determination to bridge the educational infrastructure gap across the country,” he said.
He said the government will continue to do more in the sector to make sure every Ghanaian student has a conducive learning environment.
The commissioned projects include a mix of Model STEM Senior High Schools (SHS), classroom blocks, kindergartens, and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) facilities. The projects are expected to accommodate thousands of students, reduce overcrowding, and improve learning outcomes.
In the Ashanti Region, notable projects include the Bosomtwe Model STEM JHS, which features a four-story, 11-unit classroom block, and the Wesley Girls Demonstration School in Kumasi Metro, which now has a six-unit classroom block.
The Northern Region also saw significant developments, such as an 18-unit classroom block for the Sagnarigu Tamale Business School, designed to meet the growing student population in the area. Meanwhile, in the Western Region, Shama D/A Primary received a six-unit classroom block equipped with modern ancillary facilities.
The Volta Region was not left out, with projects like the six-unit classroom block at Kodzobi Ando Basic School in Adaklu, featuring a six-seater toilet block. In addition, several E-blocks, including those in Nakpayili (Nanumba South District) and Ziope (Agotime-Ziope District), were commissioned to enhance access to senior high education in rural areas.
The projects also include modern Model STEM Senior High Schools (SHS), E-blocks, kindergarten units, and vocational training facilities.
In the technical education space, the Anyinam TVET-Applied Technical and Fashion School and the Akomadan TVET-Applied Technical School are set to equip students with practical skills to meet the demands of Ghana’s growing economy.
Education Minister Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, addressing attendees at a separate event in Accra, lauded the initiative as a significant step forward for Ghana’s education sector.
“This is not just about infrastructure; it is about transforming education. These projects will not only provide safe and conducive learning environments but will also contribute to the delivery of 21st-century education, particularly in STEM,” Dr. Adutwum stated.
He further emphasized the government’s resolve to bridge the gap in education infrastructure, particularly in underserved communities. “We are committed to ensuring that every child, from the most rural areas to urban centres, has access to quality education that prepares them for a competitive global economy,” the Minister added.
The event was celebrated by local communities, teachers, students, and parents, who hailed it as a step forward for education in Ghana. At one of the ceremonies in the Central Region, a teacher expressed gratitude, saying, “This new classroom block will ease overcrowding and provide a better learning environment for our students.”
The Education Minister reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring equity in education. “These projects are not just structures; they represent hope, opportunities, and the future of our children,” he said.
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