The Bishop Herman Old Boys Union (BHOBU) class of 1995 has appealed to the government to implement reforms in the education sector, particularly by considering the return of mission schools to their mother churches.
According to Raymond Okrofu, who spoke at the 30-year anniversary celebration of the class of 1995, mission schools provided better education and were more responsive to the nation’s needs when managed by churches.
Okrofu commended the previous administration’s introduction of free Senior High School (SHS) education and suggested that the government allow churches to support in managing their schools.
He emphasized that mission schools remain among the best in Ghana, indicating that their management style is effective.
The BHOBU class of 1995 also urged the government to prioritize curriculum reforms that address contemporary needs while preserving Ghana’s cultural identity.
Surveyor Randy Alao, Regional Director of the Land Valuation Division at the Lands Commission in Koforidua and a member of the 95-year group, reaffirmed their commitment to supporting needy but brilliant students financially. This initiative, he believes, will have a positive impact on society.
He used the opportunity to appeal to the leadership to revive the abandoned credit scheme, which previously provided vital support to handicapped members.
Surveyor Alao, emphasized that relying solely on voluntary individual contributions is not a sustainable solution in the long run, and a more structured approach is needed to effectively assist members in need.
story by Aikins Agyei
