The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of President John Dramani Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to delivering a lasting legacy that will secure the confidence of Ghanaians and guarantee the party’s mandate in the future.
Speaking at the 60th anniversary celebration of Nkwatia Presbyterian Senior High School (NKWASCO) at Kwahu Nkwatia in the Kwahu East District, the minister assured the public that the government is taking bold and targeted steps to strengthen the country’s education system.
Haruna Iddrisu announced that the government has secured US$180 million to expand and upgrade schools across the country, enabling selected Category ‘B’ schools to be elevated to Category ‘A’ status.
He also disclosed that government is finalising arrangements to invest an additional GH₵1.1 billion into educational infrastructure nationwide. These investments, he noted, reflect President Mahama’s dedication to modernising Ghana’s education system.
The minister further highlighted government’s strong commitment to improving teacher welfare through the “Teacher Dabremu” initiative, designed to enhance the working and living conditions of teachers.
He revealed that government’s 50,000-unit housing project will commence next year, creating accommodation solutions for citizens, including education sector workers.
Touching on national harmony, Haruna Iddrisu urged religious leaders, both Christian and Muslim, to work closely with government to safeguard unity, peace, and tolerance, which are essential to the nation’s stability.
In a major announcement, the Education Minister shared his intention to seek presidential approval for the establishment of Ghana’s first University for Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Kwahu area within the next 24 months.
Member of Parliament (MP) for Abetifi and former Minister for Food and Agriculture, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, expressed profound appreciation to the Education Minister for honouring the event.
Dr. Acheampong appealed to the government to consider splitting the proposed university campuses across key Kwahu towns, Obo, Atibie, and Mpraeso in the Kwahu South Municipality, and Nkwatia in the Kwahu East District.
He emphasised that Nkwatia has already secured a vast parcel of land capable of hosting all campuses, making Kwahu East well-prepared for the project.
The Chief of Kwahu Nkwatia and Sanaahene of the Kwahu Traditional Area, Nana Boamah Ayerepe III, urged students to take their studies seriously in order to secure a brighter future.
He cautioned them to stay away from drugs and other harmful behaviours that could jeopardize their ambitions.
