Ketu north: Mr. Eric Edem Agbana, the Member of Parliament for Ketu North, has initiated the construction of a two-unit classroom block with a store, office, and a six-seater toilet facility for the Kpeyiborkope RC Primary School. The project aims to enhance early childhood education infrastructure in the constituency and is being undertaken in collaboration with Pencils of Promise (PoP).
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Agbana expressed appreciation for PoP's contributions to education across Ghana. He highlighted that the new facility would be PoP's 208th infrastructure project nationwide, with 13 of these already completed in the Ketu North Municipality. Mr. Agbana, who is also a member of the Education Committee of Parliament, commended PoP for its extensive efforts in building classroom blocks across the country.
The collaboration with PoP followed months of discussions with its Country Director, Mr. Freeman Gobah, as Mr. Agbana sought additional support for underprivileged communities. PoP identified the urgent need for a kindergarten block in Kpeyiborkope after assessing the area, aiming to strengthen foundational learning. The MP emphasized the necessity of communal labor and encouraged residents to support the initiative to avoid delays common in similar projects.
Mr. Agbana announced his personal donation of GHS50,000 to cover the community's required 20 percent contribution, involving chippings and sand, to ensure the project's immediate commencement. Mr. Gobah reaffirmed PoP's commitment to providing a conducive learning environment and outlined the organization's endeavors in constructing child-friendly classrooms and enhancing school facilities over the past 13 years.
Representing the Ketu North Municipal Education Director, Mr. Gerhard Avudzivi, Mr. Edward Deku, Head of Administration and Finance, described the sod-cutting as a new chapter in providing safe and conducive learning environments. He commended PoP and the MP for their efforts and urged the community and teachers to maintain professionalism and make the most of the improved environment.
Chairman of the School Management Committee, Mr. Sampson Amegatse, highlighted existing infrastructure and the potential for expansion on the school's 32.5-acre land. He appealed for support to renovate existing facilities and improve resources, such as computers and library books.
Headmistress Ms. Ametsi Grace expressed joy over the commencement of the long-awaited kindergarten block, marking a significant change for the school. She thanked all involved parties for their support and emphasized the transformative impact of the new facility on early childhood education.
The sod-cutting ceremony, attended by traditional leaders, political figures, community members, PoP representatives, teachers, and pupils, marked a significant milestone in enhancing education infrastructure in Ketu North Municipality.