James Gunu with Kwame Dzudzorli Gakpey and other dignitaries breaking the grounds
The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, has cut the sod for a number of infrastructure projects under the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) in the Keta Constituency, in a major move to improve educational facilities in the Volta Region.
The projects, which are targeted at enhancing secondary and technical education within the Keta Municipality, are expected to address infrastructure deficits, reduce congestion in schools, and improve overall student welfare.
At Tsiame Senior High Technical School, the sod-cutting ceremony ushered in an extensive infrastructure package. The projects include the construction of a two-storey dormitory block with a courtyard, a three-storey 18-unit classroom block, a modern dining hall with fully equipped kitchen facilities, four semi-detached two-bedroom staff bungalows, a three-bedroom headmaster’s bungalow, and a 1.4-kilometre perimeter fence wall fitted with secure gates to enhance security on campus.
Addressing traditional leaders, education authorities, and residents at the ceremony, the Regional Minister underscored government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening educational infrastructure across the region.
Mr. Gunu stressed that well-planned and modern facilities are vital to improving academic performance, promoting technical and vocational education, easing overcrowding, and ensuring a safe and conducive learning environment for both students and staff.
The Regional Minister noted that investment in educational infrastructure remains a key priority, adding that the GETFund projects would not only expand access to quality secondary education but also enhance staff accommodation and security within school campuses.
The delegation later moved to Atiavi Senior High School, where the Regional Minister performed another sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of a modern dining hall equipped with a fully fitted kitchen. The new facility is expected to significantly improve feeding arrangements, reduce pressure on existing structures, and enhance the welfare of students.
The Member of Parliament for Keta, Kwame Dzudzorli Gakpey, reaffirmed his commitment to championing development initiatives in the constituency, particularly in the education sector. He expressed confidence that the projects would have a lasting impact on teaching and learning outcomes.
The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Keta, Wisdom Seade, commended the government for prioritising the municipality. He described the projects as timely interventions aimed at addressing longstanding infrastructure challenges confronting schools in the municipality.
The GETFund interventions are expected to improve access to quality education, boost staff retention through improved accommodation, enhance campus security, and position the Keta Municipality as an emerging hub for quality secondary and technical education in the Volta Region.
From Daniel K. Orlando, Ho