Akatsi North MP Allocates GHC172,000 for Students’ Fees at Colleges of Education and Schools of Hygiene

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Akatsi North MP Allocates GHC172,000 for Students’ Fees at Colleges of Education and Schools of Hygiene
Akatsi North MP Allocates GHC172,000 for Students’ Fees at Colleges of Education and Schools of Hygiene

Ferdinand | EducationGhana |  February 22| Akatsi North MP Allocates GHC172,000 for Students’ Fees at Colleges of Education and Schools of Hygiene

 

Hon. Peter Nortsu-Kotoe, MP for Akatsi North, has allocated GHC172,000 to cover full tuition fees for students from his constituency studying at Colleges of Education and Schools of Hygiene across Ghana.

 

📌 Hon. Peter Nortsu-Kotoe Provides Financial Relief for Students

In a bold commitment to education and youth empowerment, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Akatsi North, Hon. Peter Nortsu-Kotoe, has released GHC172,000 to pay the full academic fees of students from his constituency pursuing higher education.

This intervention covers students in Colleges of Education and Schools of Hygiene across Ghana for the 2024/2025 academic year.

💡 Key Highlights of the Education Support Initiative:

✅ Total Funds Released: GHC172,000
✅ Beneficiaries: Students from Akatsi North Constituency
✅ Institutions Covered:

  • 17 students in Schools of Hygiene
  • 34 students in Colleges of Education
    ✅ Scope: Full tuition fees for the academic year
    ✅ Future Plans: Nursing trainees and tertiary students to receive support in the next quarter

📌 A Commitment to Educational Empowerment

Hon. Peter Nortsu-Kotoe has remained a strong advocate for education, continuously investing in financial support programs to ease the burden on students and parents.

“This initiative is part of my unwavering commitment to ensuring that young people in my constituency have access to quality education without financial barriers,” the MP stated.

The funding for student tuition demonstrates his long-term vision of creating opportunities for youth development and academic excellence.

📌 Expansion to Nursing Trainees and Other Tertiary Students

The MP’s office has assured that the next phase of financial support will cater to:

🎓 Nursing Training College Students
🎓 University & Other Tertiary Institution Students

This progressive approach ensures that all students, regardless of their field of study, receive the necessary assistance to pursue their education without hindrance.

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📌 Community Impact & Stakeholder Reactions

📢 Parents, students, and education stakeholders in the Akatsi North Constituency have lauded the initiative, emphasizing how it will:

🔹 Reduce the financial burden on struggling families
🔹 Encourage more students to pursue tertiary education
🔹 Ensure academic continuity without dropout concerns
🔹 Enhance professional training in key sectors like education and healthcare

One beneficiary expressed gratitude, stating:

“I had no hope of paying my school fees this year, but thanks to the MP’s intervention, I can continue my education without stress.”

📌 Strengthening Ghana’s Education Sector Through Local Support

Education remains a top priority in Ghana’s development agenda. Initiatives like these complement government policies by providing targeted financial aid to students in critical fields like teacher education and public health.

📍 Colleges of Education play a crucial role in training future teachers who will shape Ghana’s basic education system.
📍 Schools of Hygiene produce professionals vital for maintaining public health and sanitation standards.

By funding these students, Hon. Peter Nortsu-Kotoe is investing in Ghana’s future workforce, ensuring a brighter and more sustainable future for the nation.

📌 Conclusion: A Call for Continued Educational Support

The GHC172,000 education support initiative by the Akatsi North MP highlights the importance of targeted interventions in making education accessible for all.

📢 As more students benefit from this initiative, it is hoped that other leaders, institutions, and stakeholders will also prioritize education funding to build a knowledgeable and skilled workforce for Ghana.

👨‍🎓 Education is the foundation for national development, and initiatives like this ensure that no student is left behind due to financial constraints.

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