Salaga:Plans have been unveiled for the construction of a new six-unit classroom block with a staff office at Salaga Islamic Primary School, located in the East Gonja Municipality of the Savannah Region. This development was announced by the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for East Gonja, Kassim Yazid Rabiu, during a stakeholder engagement session.
According to Ghana Web, the meeting was attended by various stakeholders, including traditional authorities, education officials, Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) representatives, school staff, members from the office of the Member of Parliament (MP), the area Assemblyman, and the contractor assigned to the project.
Kassim Yazid Rabiu disclosed that the project is being funded in collaboration with the area's Member of Parliament, Hajia Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah. Work is set to commence with the demolition of the existing dilapidated school structure to make way for the new facilities.
The MCE emphasized the importance of quality workmanship and timely completion of the project by the contractor, Saliha Enterprise Ltd., to minimize any disruption to the school's activities.
The Salagawura expressed his appreciation for the initiative and pledged community support, highlighting the project's significance in improving educational infrastructure in the area.
Municipal Director of Education, Abiba Bakari-Soale, also thanked stakeholders, particularly the MP and the MCE, for their ongoing dedication to enhancing educational access in the municipality.
Additionally, Mohammed Sanni Jarah, a philanthropist and former Assemblyman for the Lampor Electoral Area, was thanked for providing temporary learning space for pupils on his property during the construction. This will help ensure that academic activities continue seamlessly.
The project is part of broader efforts by municipal authorities and the MP to enhance educational facilities and provide a conducive learning environment in the East Gonja Municipality, addressing infrastructure challenges and improving educational opportunities for children in the region.