Prez. Mahama Reaffirms Commitment to Jomoro College of Education

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to establishing a new College of Education in the Jomoro Constituency of the Western Region as part of efforts to expand access to teacher training and strengthen educational infrastructure nationwide.

The proposed institution is to be constructed from the ground up at Ezinlibo and is expected to complement existing Colleges of Education across the country. The initiative forms part of a broader strategy to increase enrolment opportunities and improve the quality of teacher education in Ghana.

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, had earlier announced the plan to establish the college, describing it as a historic and strategic intervention. The project is intended to address the growing demand for teacher training institutions while ensuring equitable distribution of educational facilities across regions.

When completed, the Jomoro College of Education is expected to attract students from within the Western Region and other parts of the country. In addition to its academic role, the institution is projected to contribute significantly to local economic development by creating employment opportunities and supporting businesses in the area. The presence of students and staff is also anticipated to stimulate commerce and enhance the socio-economic profile of the constituency.

The initiative has received strong backing from key stakeholders, including the Member of Parliament for Jomoro, Dorcas Affo-Toffey, who also serves as Deputy Minister for Transport. The project has further been supported by former Chief of Defence Staff, Lt. Gen. Peter Augustine Blay (Rtd), both of whom have played instrumental roles in advocating improved educational infrastructure in the constituency.

Despite the optimism surrounding the establishment of the college, concerns have been raised about the poor condition of roads within the Jomoro area. Residents and observers have pointed out that inadequate road infrastructure could pose challenges to accessibility and hinder the full benefits of the project if not addressed. The issue remains a key area of concern that stakeholders expect to be tackled alongside the construction of the institution.

The reaffirmation of the project aligns with the government’s broader Resetting Ghana agenda, which prioritizes the improvement of educational facilities and the expansion of access to quality education across all levels. Efforts are also being directed at upgrading existing Colleges of Education to enhance teaching and learning conditions nationwide.

The establishment of the Jomoro College of Education is therefore seen as a significant step toward bridging gaps in teacher education while promoting balanced regional development.