The late DCE for Bongo, Joseph Akaseke Abaa, has been described as a man who was dedicated to the development of Bongo, particularly the young people of the area. The MP for Bongo, Charles Bawa-Dua, said this when he paid tribute to the late DCE at the 69th Independence Anniversary celebration in Bongo.
“We all know what we are going through as a district now. We have lost our DCE, my friends, and confidence. It’s a painful loss,” Bawa-Dua stated. He acknowledged the profound impact of the late DCE, who was dedicated to improving the lives of the youth in the district, particularly through education. “He was a young man who meant so much for the people of Bongo, and especially the youth,” he added.
Bawa-Dua shared insights into the collaborative efforts that were underway to enhance educational standards in the district, noting that statistics indicated Bongo was one of the least performing districts in education. “We were always in contact with the District Director as well. We had a lot of plans,” he said, expressing determination to continue pursuing those plans despite the recent loss.
As part of these efforts, Bawa-Dua announced significant progress in infrastructure development for education in the district, stating that about three classroom blocks have been awarded as contracts, with one nearing completion at approximately 95%. He emphasized that additional projects are also underway, reflecting a commitment to enhancing educational facilities and addressing the longstanding infrastructure challenges in the district.
He urged the community to recognize the importance of hard work and parental involvement in education. “All of this is due to hard work. You cannot progress to this level if you do not work hard,” he advised, encouraging students to take their studies seriously. He also stressed the role of parents in supporting their children’s education, urging them to seek help from educated community members if they themselves are unable to assist with homework.
Bawa-Dua concluded his speech by announcing the establishment of a teacher’s award scheme to recognize outstanding educators in the district. “I will work on the details with the district education office so that at the next parade, we will be awarding hardworking teachers in all categories,” he stated.
As the parade came to a close, Bawa-Dua expressed hope for a brighter future for Bongo, saying, “I pray that the next time we come here, we will be much more delighted and happy, and we will not have any other thing to be complaining about or be worried about as we are doing this year.” His address resonated with attendees, reinforcing the community’s commitment to education and resilience in the face of challenges.
