Parents and school authorities at Waja-Akura, a farming community in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region, are in dire need of classroom infrastructure due to the precarious conditions under which pupils are learning.
Established several years ago, the school has been struggling with inadequate infrastructure, leading to the use of makeshift structures that pose significant risks to both pupils and teachers.
A visit to the community by Adom News’ Obrempongba Owusu revealed the dire state of the school.
The makeshift classrooms, constructed from temporary materials, are not only inadequate for the growing number of pupils but also lack essential safety features.
With the rainy season approaching, concerns about the structural integrity of the buildings have intensified, as potential collapses could endanger lives.
Speaking with Adom News, Chief Inspector of Schools Samuel Sunkwa expressed deep concern over the situation.
He underscored that every child deserves a safe and conducive learning environment, adding that it is disheartening to see pupils at Waja-Akura M/A Basic School studying under such conditions.
“The current conditions at Waja-Akura M/A Basic School are unacceptable and must be addressed immediately,” he said.
According to him, teachers are doing their best to provide education despite the challenges, but the makeshift classrooms hinder their ability to teach effectively. He stressed the need for immediate action to address the hazardous conditions to promote quality education.
The headteacher, Kaundah Kenneth, and teacher Kadijatu Atiku echoed these sentiments, highlighting the daily struggles faced by both teachers and pupils.
They lamented that while they are committed to providing quality education, the learning environment is not conducive for effective teaching and learning.
The school authorities have, therefore, appealed to the government, NGOs, and philanthropic organizations to come to their aid by constructing proper classrooms to ensure quality education for the children.
Meanwhile, parents and community members have also joined the call for better facilities, emphasizing that investing in proper classrooms is not just about education but about ensuring the safety and future of their children.
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