The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Ahafo Ano South-East in the Ashanti Region, Mr Nelson Yamba Isaka Ibrahim, has commissioned a newly completed three-unit classroom block for Banahenekrom Junior High School (JHS) to improve access to quality education.

The facility, funded through the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF), comprises three classrooms, an office, toilet and urinal facilities, as well as other ancillary facilities designed to support effective teaching and learning.

Speaking at a brief ceremony to hand over the facility, Mr Ibrahim said the project forms part of the government’s commitment to improving educational infrastructure and creating a conducive environment for teaching and learning.

He expressed optimism that the project would help address infrastructure challenges confronting basic schools in the area. He noted that the new block is expected to provide a more comfortable environment for teachers and pupils while contributing to improved academic performance.

The DCE stressed that the provision of infrastructure alone is not enough to guarantee its longevity. He therefore urged the school management, Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), traditional authorities and residents to take collective responsibility for the proper maintenance of the facility.

He emphasised that public facilities belong to the people and must be protected from vandalism, neglect and other activities that could lead to their premature deterioration.

According to him, a good maintenance culture would save the government and communities the huge costs associated with the frequent reconstruction and rehabilitation of public facilities.