As thousands of candidates across Ghana prepare to write the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), former Member of Parliament for the Binduri Constituency, Abdulai Abanga, has extended his heartfelt wishes for success while drawing attention to the plight of children affected by conflict in the region.
In a goodwill message to the BECE candidates, Mr. Abanga congratulated the students on reaching this important milestone in their academic journey. He encouraged them to approach the exams with confidence, discipline, and integrity.
“I wish you all the very best, and I am confident that your hard work and dedication will yield excellent results,” he stated. “Avoid cheating and any form of misconduct; believe in yourselves and stay focused.”
Mr. Abanga, however, expressed deep concern for students displaced by violent conflict in parts of the Upper East Region, including communities within Binduri.
He noted that many affected school children are at risk of being left behind academically due to the instability in their areas.
“My thoughts are with candidates affected by the conflict, who may be unable to sit for the exams,” he said. “I respectfully request the Ministry of Education to consider implementing intervention programmes for all the school children displaced by the conflict to ensure that they continue their education without disruption.”
He emphasized that education remains the key to shaping a prosperous future and called for the prioritization of peace in conflict-affected zones to protect children’s right to learn and thrive.
The former MP also used the opportunity to call for unity and calm in all communities, reiterating the critical need for lasting peace to ensure uninterrupted access to education.
“I appeal for peace to prevail so as to ensure uninterrupted education for all,” he added. “No child should suffer the loss of education due to violence. Let us come together as a people and protect our children’s future.”
His message reflects a growing concern among education stakeholders in northern Ghana, where sporadic conflicts have disrupted schooling in recent years.