Clement Apaak, the official in charge of food distribution in response to the ongoing food shortages in Senior High Schools, has issued a stern warning against any interference with trucks delivering rice and other supplies.
“We are dealing with all the secondary schools, about 900 or more schools, including TVET institutions,” he stated, explaining the scale of the operation.
“We are starting with Greater Accra this evening, and as the days go by, we will extend to all regions and schools.”
Mr Apaak clarified that the food distribution process is being managed by a high-level team, including the Chief of Staff, Parliament, the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Agriculture, and the Ghana Education Service, with security playing a central role.
Addressing concerns about potential disruptions, Mr Apaak issued a firm caution: “Let no one attack any truck or think that these food items are being smuggled.
“There will be security escorts accompanying the rice from Tema warehouses to the various destinations. Should anybody try to interfere, the law will deal with them.”
“This is a directive from the President, and we are taking security very seriously. Nobody should try to interfere with this process,” he warned.
He concluded by urging all stakeholders to cooperate fully and promised updates as the operation progresses.
“This is a collective effort to address a critical issue, and we will ensure the food reaches its intended destinations without delay or interruption.”