Minister of Education Haruna Iddrisu has vowed to expedite the restoration and repair of the housemaster’s bungalow that was damaged by a fire on Monday, August 4.
The incident, which originated in the apartment of the housemaster next to the boys’ dormitory block, fortunately did not cause significant damage to the dormitories, nor did it harm any students or other residents of the bungalow.
To maintain calm and reassure students following the fire, the school’s Guidance and Counselling Unit took proactive measures by engaging with all students on Tuesday morning before academic activities resumed.
While attending a meeting in Koforidua, Minister Iddrisu, accompanied by the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service, the Chief Director, his Special Advisor, and the Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Akosua Awatey, visited the school to assess the extent of the damage and provide assurance to students and staff of the government’s commitment to support.
After a thorough engagement with the school’s management on Tuesday, August 5, Eastern Regional Director of Education, Ivy Asantewaa Owusu, informed the media of the Minister’s promise to replace all items lost in the fire. She highlighted the urgency of ensuring that the affected housemaster, who is currently taking temporary refuge with the school’s Reverend Minister, can return to his duties without further delay.
“The authorities have assured that in no time, they will fix the housemaster’s accommodation and ensure that he receives everything he has lost, so he can continue with his work,” Owusu stated.
She also took the opportunity to call for calm among parents, reassuring them of their children’s safety as school management continues to work closely with the Ghana National Fire Service, which has initiated investigations into the cause of the fire. The community’s response highlights the commitment to maintaining a secure and supportive environment for both students and staff at Oyoko Methodist Senior High School.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
