The Member of Parliament for Lawra, Bede Ziedeng, has cut sod for the construction of a GH¢1.5 million headteachers’ bungalow at Birifoh Senior High School, aimed at improving staff accommodation and administrative efficiency in the district’s education sector.
The project is part of ongoing efforts to address infrastructure challenges at the school, which has faced persistent deficits since its establishment in the Upper West Region.
Speaking ahead of the ceremony, Mr. Ziedeng reaffirmed the government’s commitment, in collaboration with stakeholders, to expand infrastructure at the school to match its growing student population. He noted that as a relatively new institution, the school began with limited facilities, necessitating continuous intervention.
The MP explained that the bungalow is among key projects secured through the Ghana Education Trust Fund to improve conditions at the school. He revealed that he successfully lobbied for two major projects this year: the headteachers’ bungalow and a multipurpose dining hall complex with an attached kitchen.
He added that sod-cutting for the dining hall complex is scheduled for the second week of April 2026. Mr. Ziedeng also expressed gratitude to the Administrator of GETFund, Paul Adjei, as well as constituents of Lawra for their continued support.
The headmaster, Iddrisu Harrisu, used the occasion to appeal for the provision of a pickup vehicle to enhance administrative operations. He noted that the lack of transport hampers effective supervision and coordination of school activities beyond campus.
Meanwhile, the Chief of Birifoh, Naa Debomo Victor, called for the construction of a perimeter fence to prevent encroachment and improve security for students and staff. He also raised concerns about the Birifoh Technical Institute, citing a lack of infrastructure since its establishment in 2021 despite ongoing teaching efforts.
The bungalow project has been awarded to L.K James Firm, with contractor Luoteng James indicating that the project will be completed within 12 months. He assured stakeholders of quality delivery, drawing on his three years of construction experience.