The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced that government will release GH₵1 billion from the GETFund in 2026 to address critical infrastructure challenges in schools across the country and phase out the double-track system in senior high schools.
During a working visit to the Upper East Region, the minister said the investment would “decisively deal with infrastructure deficits and ultimately end the double-track system.”
At Zebilla Senior High Technical School, where he interacted with WASSCE candidates, Mr. Iddrisu also assessed the impact of the Bawku conflict on education. He encouraged students to remain focused despite the difficulties.
“We need to say no to war, no to conflict. Education remains our surest bet to fight ignorance and poverty, so grab the opportunity and give it your best,” he urged.
The minister stressed that peace in Bawku is vital for rebuilding the community and restoring a conducive learning environment. He expressed concern that students in conflict-affected areas are often disadvantaged.
“It is unfortunate that examiners will not consider the fact that students here did not have the serenity and peace of mind to learn, yet they will be graded equally with their counterparts in peaceful areas,” he observed.
