Members of Parliament for Atwima Kwanwoma and Takoradi, Kofi Amankwa-Manu and Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah, have urged the government and education sector stakeholders to increase investment in quality, inclusive and values-based secondary education to support Ghana’s human capital development.
The two legislators said Mfantsipim School’s 150th anniversary provides an opportunity to reflect on the institution’s contribution to national development and the broader role of secondary education in shaping responsible and productive citizens.
They made the appeal in a joint statement delivered on the floor of Parliament to commemorate the school’s 150 years of educational service.
Both MPs, who are alumni of Mfantsipim, praised the institution for its enduring contribution to Ghana through generations of graduates who have distinguished themselves in politics, public administration, education, science, religion, security, business, sports, diplomacy and other professional fields.
They observed that the school’s influence goes beyond academic excellence, pointing to the role its graduates have played in shaping public institutions, advancing professional practice and contributing to national development.
The legislators said Mfantsipim’s history underscores the importance of investing in secondary education as a foundation for developing the skills, values and leadership needed to drive the country’s progress.
They consequently called for stronger collaboration among government, educational institutions, private sector organisations, alumni associations and other stakeholders to improve the quality and accessibility of secondary education.
They emphasised that education must go beyond classroom instruction and academic performance to promote discipline, integrity, leadership, innovation and a strong sense of national responsibility.
The MPs also commended the Mfantsipim Old Boys Association (MOBA) for its continued support towards the school’s development.
They acknowledged the association’s financial contributions, infrastructure projects, mentorship programmes and strategic interventions, describing them as important to sustaining the institution’s legacy and improving its educational environment.
The two former students further praised the current generation of Mfantsipim students for upholding the school’s academic reputation, particularly through their performances in the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ).
They said such achievements demonstrates the institution’s continued commitment to academic excellence and its capacity to prepare students to meet the demands of an increasingly competitive world.
The legislators also reaffirmed MOBA’s commitment to contributing to national educational development, stressing the importance of collective responsibility in building a strong and sustainable education system.
They maintained that government investment must be complemented by meaningful contributions from alumni, private sector institutions and other development partners to ensure that schools have the resources and support needed to deliver quality education.
As Mfantsipim marks 150 years, the MPs said the anniversary should serve as more than a celebration of the school’s history, but also as a renewed call for sustained investment in secondary education.
They stressed that strengthening the sector remains critical to developing the human capital needed to advance Ghana’s social, economic and institutional development.
By 1960news.com
