Oti Regional STEM Coordinator Urges JHS Students to Embrace STEM Education for Future Careers.

Dambai: Nana Kwabena Nteh, the Oti regional STEM coordinator, has called on Junior High School (JHS) students to actively engage in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) courses to secure a prosperous career in the future. This appeal was made during the commemoration of the International Day of the Girl Child at the Presbyterian Church in Dambai, located in the Krachi East Municipality. According to Ghana News Agency, Nana Nteh emphasized the importance of adapting to the global economy by nurturing minds that can compete on a worldwide scale. He noted that girls often shy away from STEM subjects and stressed the need to dispel the myth that STEM is challenging, advocating for a mindset change towards these disciplines. Mr. Al-Hassan Zulkiphil Osumanu, Chief Inspector of Schools, also supported the call for adolescent girls to pursue STEM education. He highlighted the potential career opportunities and contributions to Ghana's development that could result from embracing STEM. He encoura ged students to explore the possibilities STEM education offers to unlock their future potential. The Chief Inspector mentioned a prestigious organization's offer of a full scholarship to a female student from Krachi East Municipality excelling in STEM subjects, yet noted the challenge in finding an eligible candidate.