The Government, through the Ministry of Education, has announced plans to construct new girls’ dormitories at the Northern School of Business (NOBISCO) and a 12-unit classroom block for Labone Senior High School.
The decision follows recent fire outbreaks at the two schools, which displaced students in the Northern Region and Greater Accra and disrupted academic activities. The intervention is aimed at restoring safe and conducive learning environments while ensuring continuity in teaching and learning.
In a statement, the Ministry of Education assured students, parents, staff and the general public that measures are being taken to fast-track the reconstruction process. It added that improved safety standards would be implemented to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The government reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the welfare of learners and strengthening educational infrastructure nationwide, particularly during emergency situations.
The statement was signed by Hashmin Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Minister for Education.
Read the full statement below:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
GOVERNMENT TO CONSTRUCT EMERGENCY GIRLS’ DORMITORIES AND CLASSROOM BLOCKS FOR NOBISCO AND LABONE SHSs
The Government, through the Ministry of Education, has announced plans to construct new girls’ dormitories at the Northern School of Business (NOBISCO) and a 12-unit classroom block for Labone Senior High School.
This intervention follows recent fire outbreaks that affected the two schools, displacing students in the Northern Region and Greater Accra and disrupting academic activities. The government’s swift response is aimed at restoring safe and conducive learning environments and ensuring continuity in teaching and learning.
The Ministry of Education assures students, parents, staff and the general public that all necessary measures are being taken to expedite the reconstruction process. Improved safety standards will also be implemented to prevent future occurrences.
Government remains committed to safeguarding the welfare of learners and strengthening educational infrastructure across the country, particularly in times of emergency.
Signed
Hashmin Mohammed
Press Secretary to the Honourable Minister for Education
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