The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Entrepreneurship & Innovation Programme (NEIP), Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, has praised the government’s decision to reserve a 30% quota for less privileged students under the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy.
He described the initiative as a testament to the inclusivity of the Free SHS programme, ensuring that disadvantaged students are not left behind in the pursuit of education.
In a Facebook post on Friday, 22 November, Mr Ofosu Nkansah highlighted the policy as a progressive step towards creating equal opportunities for all Ghanaian children, regardless of their economic background.
He commended the government for its efforts to make quality education accessible to every student, especially those from deprived communities who might otherwise struggle to afford it.
According to Mr Ofosu Nkansah, the 30% allocation is a clear indication that the government is committed to breaking down barriers that hinder the academic progress of less privileged students.
He noted that education remains a critical pathway to personal and national development, and that providing equal access is essential for the country's future.
He concluded by urging stakeholders, including parents and local communities, to support the policy and encourage their children to take advantage of the opportunities provided.
Mr Ofosu Nkansah expressed confidence that the inclusive approach would produce a generation of educated, skilled, and ambitious young Ghanaians who can contribute to the nation's growth.
"From Wassa Akyempim to Achimota School. Free SHS does not discriminate. The 30% quota system for less privileged students is one of the good interventions under Free SHS."
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