In a bid to enhance technical vocational education within their community, the Chiefs and people of Dagbamate, in the Akatsi South Municipality of the Volta Region, have constructed a new vocational school, set to be commissioned in 2025.
It is the expectation of the people that new school will become the hub for technical skills development in the area. They are, therefore, appealing to the central government to help in equipping and also employing staff for the new vocational school.To them, without essential resources and qualified teachers, theirefforts would be in vain.
Indeed, the call for supportwas articulated by Samuel Davor and Ngorgbea Kofi Davor – both leaders of the village – during the 2024 annual festival(Afetorku Gbordzi).Both emphasized the vital role the school would play in empowering the youth and driving development within Dagbamate.
This grassroots initiative, driven by a deep sense of communal responsibility, reflects the community’s dedication to providing quality education for its youth.The Chronicle therefore, supports the call on the government to adequately equip the school upon completion and also employ staff to run it.
This is because equipping and staffing of the new school will definitely provide the youth in the area the opportunity to horn their skills.
The Chronicle reiterates that equipping the school and providing skilled teachers would not only empower the youth with employable skills, but also contribute to the overall prosperity and development of the entire community.
The fact that all funding for the project has been sourced locally reflects the deep sense of communal responsibility and determination at Dagbamate. The significance of this vocational school goes beyond its physical structure. It represents hope, opportunity and a pathway to a better future for the youth.
We commend the Chiefs and residents of Dagbamate for their proactive approach in addressing the critical need for technical, vocational education within their community. Their dedication to providing quality education and skills training is admirable and deserves recognition.
This is why it is  incumbent upon the government to heed this urgent appeal and provide the necessary support to ensure the success of the Dagbamate vocational school. The potential impact of this project on Dagbamate’s socio-economic landscape cannot be overstated.
We urge the government to act swiftly and decisively on  this appeal. It is time for the government to demonstrate its commitment to supporting grassroots initiatives and fostering inclusive development across the nation.
