The Deputy Spokesperson for the Mahama 2024 Campaign Team Beatrice Annan Esq. has highlighted the significant investments made in the education sector under the leadership of former President John Dramani Mahama from 2013 to 2017, while in office.
The member of the opposition party’s National Communications Team, in a compelling statement noted that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration, recognizing the critical role of education in national development, implemented numerous initiatives to enhance educational infrastructure and resources across the country.
Lawyer Anna began by highlighting the major achievements that the National Democratic Congress achieved in basic education under former President John Dramani Mahama’s previous administration
According to her, the National Democratic Congress administration under former President John Dramani prioritized the provision of essential learning materials to improve the quality of education at the basic level.
Here, Lawyer Annan, the Deputy Spokesperson of the Mahama 2024 Campaign Team posited that over 15 million exercise books were distributed to pupils, ensuring that students had the necessary tools to engage in their studies effectively.
Additionally, Lawyer Annan indicated 12.5 million textbooks covering core subjects such as mathematics, science, and English were distributed to public schools, adding that by the end of the NDC’s tenure, the textbook-to-pupil ratio had improved significantly, reaching 4:1.
This, she emphasized marked a substantial enhancement in resource availability, facilitating better learning outcomes for students.
Provision of School Uniforms and Footwear
Furthermore, Beatrice Annan Esq., the Deputy Spokesperson of the Mahama 2024 Campaign Team stated due to the National Democratic Congress under former President John Dramani Mahama’s appreciation of the financial constraints faced by many families, the NDC government took proactive steps to alleviate some of these burdens.
She indicated that close to 2 million school uniforms were supplied to pupils across the nation, ensuring that every child had the appropriate attire for school.
In addition, Lawyer Annan noted that in the National Democratic Congress government under former President John Dramani Mahama provided and distributed 10,000 locally produced sandals in a bid to support children in deprived communities,
This initiative, she vehemently pointed did not only provided practical support to students but also stimulated local production and economic activities.
Infrastructure Development: Eliminating Schools Under Trees
Moreover, one of the most notable achievements of the National Democratic Congress administration under former President John Dramani Mahama was the elimination of over 2,035 schools under trees.
This transformative initiative, she argued replaced inadequate and temporary learning structures with permanent, well-equipped classrooms, with the initiative creating a conducive learning environment for students, thereby enhancing their educational experience and outcomes.
Commitment to Continuing Educational Progress
The Deputy Spokesperson of the Mahama 2024 Campaign Team concluded her remarks by emphasizing former President John Dramani Mahama remain committed to the belief that education is a cornerstone for national development.
She indicated that the investments made during Mahama’s tenure laid a solid foundation for further advancements in the sector.
She expressed the opposition National Democratic Congress’s commitment to build on these successes by continuing to prioritize educational initiatives that address the needs of students at all levels—basic, secondary, and tertiary.
Lawyer Beatrice Annan also emphasized the importance of sustained investment in education to ensure that every Ghanaian child has access to quality learning opportunities.
As the 2024 elections approach, she affirmed the National Democratic Congress’s poise to present a comprehensive plan to further enhance the education sector, building on the progress made during Mr Mahama’s previous administration.
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