University of The Gambia students protest over Banjul campus conditions

GHANASCO Old Students Association urges completion of stalled school projects

The GHANASCO Old Students Association (GOGA) is calling on the government for immediate intervention regarding abandoned infrastructure projects and deteriorating staff accommodation at the Ghana Senior High School in Tamale. Following a recent inspection of the campus, the association expressed grave concern over significant deficiencies that are currently hindering school management and compromising student welfare. The group’s leadership emphasized that these issues require urgent prioritization to restore a conducive environment for both teaching and learning. During the site inspection, the association identified several critical infrastructure gaps, including stalled building projects that have been left unfinished for extended periods. One of the most pressing concerns highlighted was the dilapidated state of staff housing. The Headmaster, Douglas Haruna Yakubu, disclosed that his official bungalow is currently in an unsafe condition, a situation that directly impacts his ability to provide effective oversight and manage school operations efficiently. These housing challenges are reported to be widespread across the staff community, affecting the overall academic discipline and supervision on campus. National President of the association, Alhaji Abdul Fatawu, stressed the need for the government to step in and rehabilitate existing structures while ensuring the completion of abandoned ones. He noted that the current state of the school does not reflect its historic prestige and is actively undermining the academic oversight necessary for student success. Students at the institution have also joined the appeal, advocating for improvements to their learning and living conditions, which they believe are essential for better academic performance. The appeal from the old students comes at a time when many educational institutions in the northern region are seeking infrastructure upgrades to accommodate growing student populations. GOGA remains hopeful that the government will heed their call and include GHANASCO in its immediate rehabilitation plans. By addressing these structural challenges, the association believes the school can regain its status as a premier educational hub in Tamale and ensure a safe, supportive environment for future generations of students.