In a significant boost to social infrastructure, the Metropolitan Chief Executive (MCE) for Cape Coast, George Justice Arthur, and the Member of Parliament (MP) for Cape Coast North, Dr. Kwamena Minta Nyarku, have commissioned a new classroom block and handed over three renovated health facilities in various communities within the constituency.

The development drive began with the formal inauguration of a 6-unit classroom block for the Essuekyir community. The MCE and MP, joined by the Chief of Essuekyir, Nana Jojo Abakah V, and officials from the Ghana Education Service, commissioned the new facility, which includes ancillary facilities designed to foster an improved learning environment.

Following the ceremony at Essuekyir, the MP officially handed over the renovated Ayifua Community Aged Clinic, the refurbished Nkanfoa CHPS Compound, and the newly renovated Brimsu CHPS Compound, underscoring a dual commitment to enhancing both educational outcomes and access to quality healthcare.

A Vision for Educational Infrastructure

Addressing the gathering at Essuekyir, Mr. Solomon Acquah highlighted that the project aligns with President Mahama‘s broader vision to expand educational access through strategic infrastructure development.

Stakeholder Remarks

George Justice Arthur, the MCE for Cape Coast, emphasized that quality education is the bedrock of every society. He stressed that adequate infrastructure is the cornerstone of a conducive teaching and learning environment. The new edifice, according to the MCE, directly addresses critical challenges facing education in the metropolis, including overcrowding due to inadequate classrooms, limited resources, and teacher shortages.

Funded by the District Assembly’s Common Fund, Mr. Arthur described the project as a significant milestone in the pursuit of quality education. “This commissioning is not just about a building; it is a testament to our collective dedication to enhancing educational infrastructure and outcomes in our cherished communities,” he stated. He reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment, under the leadership of President Mahama, to ensuring equitable access to quality education across all communities.

The MCE also took the opportunity to acknowledge the pivotal role played by the MP, Dr. Kwamena Minta Nyarku, in ensuring the project’s successful completion, as well as the unwavering commitment of Nana Jojo Abakah V, the Chief of Essuekyir, who helped navigate initial challenges.

Dr. Kwamena Minta Nyarku (Ragga), the MP for Cape Coast North, expressed profound gratitude to God and thanked President Mahama and the MCE for their collaborative efforts in addressing a key educational need. He made a passionate appeal to the school’s management and pupils to maintain the facility properly, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness.

“Refrain from touching the walls. The lessons you’re being taught are not on the walls,” Ragga advised the pupils, urging teachers to instruct them on how to preserve the infrastructure. He encouraged the students to approach their academic pursuits with diligence to justify the government’s investment. In a further show of support, the MP pledged to fund the construction of a pavement leading to the classrooms and called on the traditional leader to submit a comprehensive budget for the project.

The Regional Director of Education, Dr. Mrs. Juliet Dufie Otamie, praised the project as evidence of the government’s flagship intervention to improve learning outcomes. “Today is not only about opening a building, but also about opening doors to safer classrooms, better teaching, improved supervision, and higher academic achievement in Essuekyir,” she remarked, expressing gratitude to the MP and MCE for their steadfast collaboration.

Nana Jojo Abakah V, who chaired the ceremony, expressed his satisfaction with the collaborative efforts that led to the project’s timely delivery. He noted with appreciation that the project, which commenced on February 4, 2026, was completed within just two months. He commended the contractor for their swift and committed work and urged the MCE and MP to recommend them for future government projects.

Handing Over Refurbished Health Facilities

Following the commissioning in Essuekyir, Dr. Minta Nyarku proceeded to hand over the newly refurbished Ayifua Community Aged Clinic, the renovated Nkanfoa CHPS Compound, and the newly renovated Brimsu CHPS Compound in succession. These activities collectively form part of the MP’s broader commitment to enhancing access to healthcare and promoting holistic community development.

Source By DC Kwame Kwakye