By Michael Foli Jackidy
Ho (V/R), Feb. 18, GNA – Mr Francis Yao Agbemadi, Volta Regional Director of the Ghana Education Service (GES), has called for innovative and sustainable ideas to address the numerous deficiencies within the education sector.
He stressed the need for long-term solutions that would bridge gaps and enhance the quality of education across the region.
Speaking at the opening of a three-day National Education Forum held at the Volta Serene Hotel in Ho, under the theme “Transforming Education for a Sustainable Future,” Mr. Agbemadi outlined key challenges facing the sector.
According to him, deficiencies exist in various areas, including infrastructure, resource allocation, disparities between rural and urban education, and the timely disbursement of funds.
He noted that while support from development partners has been instrumental, their interventions are often temporary, leaving the sector vulnerable once these initiatives conclude.
“So, it is my expectation that during our discussions, we will generate ideas that address these challenges in a sustainable way. We have received support from donors, but once their projects end, we find ourselves back at square one due to a lack of resources to continue,” he emphasised.
Mr. Agbemadi stressed that the focus should be on policies and programs that have lasting impacts rather than short-term fixes.
“We need ideas and initiatives that will endure, not just ones that will be implemented for a few years and then forgotten. Taking stock of our progress is crucial, and this forum provides us with the opportunity to evaluate past educational initiatives, identify gaps, and formulate better strategies for improvement,” he added.
Meanwhile, Mr. Thomas Musah, the National President of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), highlighted an additional concern which was the inefficiencies in the management of the education sector.
He stressed that beyond addressing infrastructure and funding gaps, a strategic review of leadership and administration is also necessary to ensure efficiency and accountability.
The National Education Forum brought together key stakeholders, including policymakers, educators, and development partners, to deliberate on actionable steps that will transform the education system and secure its sustainability for future generations.
GNA