Sandema, Builsa North – In a significant endorsement of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Government’s initiatives, the Paramount Chief of the Builsa Traditional Area, Nab Azagsuk Azantilow II, has proclaimed the Free Senior High School (FSHS) program as “the most far-reaching social intervention of our time.”
During a visit on Friday, July 26, by Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP Flagbearer, to the Builsa palace, Nab Azantilow highlighted the substantial impact the FSHS initiative has had on increasing secondary school enrollment across the region. He acknowledged the broader accomplishments of the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration, praising advancements in health, digital technology, and infrastructure.
“Your Excellency, I am mindful of the numerous achievements by your government, notably in the areas of health, digital technology, infrastructure among others,” said Nab Azantilow. “Notwithstanding its few challenges, the Free SHS programme remains uncontestably the most far-reaching social intervention of our time, which has also benefitted my traditional area.”
The occasion was part of Dr. Bawumia’s constituency-focused campaign tour, where he shared his vision for Ghana with a range of stakeholders, including traditional leaders, religious authorities, youth, and constituents.
Highlighting the importance of the upcoming elections, Dr. Bawumia’s recent election as the NPP’s presidential candidate has been met with enthusiasm from party loyalists and community leaders. Nab Azantilow commended the NPP flagbearer, describing his victory in the primary as a testament to his formidable qualities as a politician and leader.
As part of the traditional welcome, Nab Azantilow invoked divine blessings for Dr. Bawumia and his campaign team, expressing his hopes for a meeting in the future. “As you take your campaign across the country, I want to wish you well. I also pray for Allah’s blessings on you personally, your family, and members of your campaign team. I look forward to meeting you in 2025 as President of the Republic, Insha Allah,” he said.
This commendation from the paramount chief underscores the significant support for the Free SHS policy and its transformative effects on education in the Builsa North constituency and beyond.
Godwin Owusu Frimpong
