By Godfred Aaneamenga Polkuu, GNA
Fumbisi (U/E), April 8, GNA – Dr Clement Abas Apaak, the Deputy Minister of Education has broken grounds for major infrastructure projects in the Builsa South District valued over GH¢41 million.
The initiative, funded by the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) was designed to tackle classroom congestion, modernize school facilities, and provide conducive learning environments for students across the district.
The infrastructure investment covered diverse range of facilities aimed at both administrative and student needs including: a new two-story Education Directorate office complex in Fumbisi, two-storey dormitory blocks for both boys and girls, and a three-bedroom bungalow for the headmaster at Kanjarga Senior High School.
For primary and kindergarten facilities, the initiative also included six-unit classroom block at Nadema-Luisa, three-unit classroom blocks with auxiliary facilities at Bachonsa, Kanjarga-Nyansa, and a kindergarten block at Zamsa.
In addition to the new buildings, Dr Apaak, who is the Member of Parliament (MP) for the area, announced the procurement of over 400 desks scheduled for distribution to schools across the district.
The projects, expected to be completed within 12 months, would drastically reduce the current infrastructure deficit in the district and propel both educators and students to thrive in their academics.
Speaking at a ceremony to hand over the sites, Dr Apaak indicated that “These projects underscore a deep commitment to transforming lives and building a stronger future for the people of Builsa South through quality education.”
Madam Anne Musah, the District Chief Executive (DCE) for the area, appealed to traditional leaders and landowners to prioritize the district’s growth by making land readily available for development projects.
She highlighted a recurring challenge of land acquisition noting that: the Assembly’s struggle to secure land often prevented and, in some cases, stalled critical infrastructure projects.
“Access to land is a fundamental requirement for building schools, clinics, and other essential public services. When land acquisition is delayed, the entire community loses out on timely government interventions,” she said.
Madam Musah said development was a shared responsibility noting that, stronger partnership between traditional authorities and the Assembly was vital to accelerate progress and improve the livelihoods of residents across the district.
Mr Richard Akum-Nyemi, the District Director of the Ghana Education Service (GES), lauded the MP’s interventions and acknowledged his consistent support which ranged from supply of desks to construction of dormitories which he said were vital for improved academic standards and student performance.
GNA
Edited by Caesar Abagali /George-Ramsey Benamba