By Charles Tawiah, GNA
Amakye-Bare (Ash), May 03, GNA – A six-unit classroom block at Amakye-Bare in the Atwima Nwabiagya North District, which was destroyed by a rainstorm, has been renovated and upgraded into a modern educational facility.
The refurbished structure now comprises seven classrooms, an office, a store, washrooms, ceiling fans and marker boards, at a total cost of GH¢1,000,000 funded through the Assembly’s share of the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF).
Mr. Mba Zechariah Alenbilla, the District Chief Executive (DCE), commissioned and handed over the facility to the school.
The DCE reaffirmed his commitment to improving education and infrastructure development in the area.
He said the project formed part of efforts by the Assembly to expand access to quality education and create a conducive learning environment for pupils.
Mr. Alenbilla cited the construction of a six-unit primary school block at Akwaboa, and three-unit classroom blocks at Nketia, Barekese and Asamang, as part of 38 development projects undertaken in the areas of education, health, sanitation and other social amenities within his first 10 months in office.
He explained that the interventions were in line with directives from President John Dramani Mahama, urging Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives to bring essential services closer to the people.
The DCE called for unity and collaboration among political, religious and traditional leaders to accelerate development in the district.
“We must set aside our ethnic, political and religious differences and focus on advancing development for the benefit of our people,” he stated.
Mr. Frank Duah Boateng, the District Director of Education, said the destruction of the school block had disrupted academic work, and described the new facility as a major relief for both teachers and pupils.
He commended the DCE, the Member of Parliament and traditional authorities for their swift intervention and assured that the Directorate would ensure the facility was put to good use.
Mr. Boateng urged teachers to remain committed to their duties and encouraged pupils to be disciplined and take their studies seriously to achieve academic excellence.
He also stressed the need for regular maintenance to ensure the longevity of the facility.
Nana Osei Kwame, the Gyaasehene of the town, expressed appreciation to the Government and the Assembly for the intervention. He appealed for the provision of furniture for the classrooms.
The rainstorm, which struck the community on February 4, 2025, destroyed the school block, two churches, about 30 houses and a community centre, attratting the attention of authorities, including Frank Amoakohene.
GNA
Edited by Yussif Ibrahim