The First Lady of Ghana, Lordina Dramani Mahama
The First Lady of Ghana, Lordina Dramani Mahama has reiterated the government’s commitment to improving education in Ghana, highlighting efforts in infrastructure development, teacher training, and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).
She made the remarks on May 31,2025, at the official launch of the 65th anniversary celebration of Ghana Senior High School (GHANASCO) in Tamale, where she praised the school’s legacy and role in shaping the nation’s leadership.
“GHANASCO is more than just a school; it is a community, a heritage, and a training ground for leaders, professionals, artisans, and patriots,” she said.
As an alumnus of the school, the First Lady recalled the impact GHANASCO had on her husband, President John Dramani Mahama, crediting the institution with laying the foundation for his leadership and commitment to transforming education.
“He often speaks fondly of his time here, where the lessons, discipline, friendships, and experiences laid the foundation for his leadership. His experiences at GHANASCO deeply influenced his commitment to transforming education as a life-changing experience for every child”, she indicated.
In a 3news.com report, Lordina also celebrated the accomplishments of notable alumni, including Alhaji Alhassan Andani, former Managing Director of Stanbic Bank Ghana, Dr Mohammed Ibrahim Awal, former Minister for Business Development, John Jinapor, Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Alhassan Suhuyini, Deputy Minister for Roads and Highways, football legends Abedi Pele and Kwame Ayew and Professor Bashiru Imoro Saeed, Vice Chancellor of Tamale Technical University.
Headmaster, Haruna Yakubu reflecting on the school’s history, urged students to emulate the achievements of past students while avoiding negative behaviours such as vandalism and drug abuse.
He appealed to the government to provide essential facilities, including a library, assembly hall, additional dormitories, and improved sanitation.
Minister of Education Haruna Iddrisu, who also spoke at the event, addressed the issue of student indiscipline, announcing plans to empower school authorities to conduct searches and impose stricter penalties.
He also disclosed plans to revise the basic school curriculum to promote the use of native languages as the foundation of early learning.
The 65th anniversary celebrations are expected to include a series of activities that reflect the school’s achievements and contributions to national development.
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