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President John Mahama has vowed to address the dire situation faced by residents of Asuokow in the Eastern Region, where schoolchildren risk their lives daily by crossing a river on a log to access education. The promise came in response to a widely circulated video highlighting the perilous journey these children undertake to reach school.
In a Facebook post, Mahama expressed deep concern over the challenges faced by the community and assured that immediate steps are being taken to provide a lasting solution. “Earlier today, the MP for Lower West Akim, Owen Kwame Frimpong, visited the Asuokow community and assured them that the Eastern Regional Minister will also visit, as we work to permanently and urgently resolve the challenge the people and the schoolchildren are confronted with,” Mahama stated.
The President emphasized that his “Reset Ghana” agenda prioritizes removing barriers to education and healthcare, ensuring equal opportunities for all Ghanaians. “Our quest to Reset Ghana includes a determination to remove barriers to education and healthcare across the country,” he added.
The video, which has sparked outrage on social media, shows young children balancing precariously on a log to cross a river, underscoring the lack of basic infrastructure in the area. The situation has drawn widespread condemnation, with many calling for urgent government intervention to ensure the safety and well-being of the children.
Mahama’s pledge has been welcomed by residents and advocates, who hope it will lead to swift action. The involvement of the Eastern Regional Minister and local MP signals a coordinated effort to address the issue, though details of the proposed solution have yet to be disclosed.
Source:NKONKONSA.com
