Education Minister Reaffirms Commitment to Sustain Worthy Projects from Previous Administrations.

Education Minister Reaffirms Commitment to Sustain Worthy Projects from Previous Administrations.

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has reiterated the government’s determination to continue implementing viable projects initiated by past administrations, as long as they deliver value for money and support the nation’s developmental goals.

Speaking at the commissioning of a newly completed 160-bed dormitory block and a 24-unit girls’ sanitary facility at Bimbilla Senior High School in the Northern Region on Sunday, November 2, 2025, Mr. Iddrisu emphasized that governance must be guided by continuity and prudence.

The project, which began under a previous administration in partnership with the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), was finalized and inaugurated under President John Dramani Mahama’s leadership. The new facilities were warmly received by students and staff, who described them as a timely solution to the school’s long-standing accommodation challenges.

Acknowledging the role of his predecessors, Mr. Iddrisu commended the previous government for initiating the project and stressed the importance of sustaining impactful initiatives.

“I will be the first to acknowledge the initiatives of the previous government and to assure you that President John Dramani Mahama, under his resetting agenda, will continue with worthy and viable initiatives of the previous government,” he stated. “If it contributes to national development, particularly in building human capacity, President Mahama will ensure its continuation.”

However, the Minister cautioned that projects that fail to meet standards of accountability and value for money will undergo rigorous review. He criticized the neglect of several GETFund projects in the past, describing such practices as a disservice to the taxpayer and a misuse of public funds.

“We will not behave like them, leaving GETFund projects to rot,” he said. “Such neglect denies taxpayers the value they deserve from their contributions.”

The Minister’s remarks underscore the government’s broader commitment to responsible governance, transparency, and sustainable development through the efficient use of public resources.



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