The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has officially commissioned the Yamoransa Model (YM) Lab 14 in Kaleo in the Nadowli-Kaleo District in the Upper West Region to advance Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) education.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Bagbin commended the efforts of all stakeholders involved in the project, including the Helping Africa Foundation, IMPLEMENTERS, TECHAiDE, the Ghana Education Service, and the Nadowli-Kaleo District Assembly.
“This facility is a game-changer for education in our district. It will equip our students with modern technological skills and ensure they are not left behind in this digital era,” he stated.
Kafui Prebbie, Group CEO of Prebbie Group, provided an overview of the project while highlighting the success of the Yamoransa Model Labs, which have impacted over 390,000 students across Ghana, Gambia, and Liberia.
He described YM Lab 14 as “the most modern of its kind, featuring state-of-the-art EduLab facilities, robotics equipment, and a solar-powered infrastructure.”
John Baptist Kula, the Deputy Director of Education for Nadowli-Kaleo District, praised the initiative as a historic milestone for education in the region.
“Yamoransa Lab 14 is the first of its kind in the northern sector and the Upper West Region. Its presence in Kaleo means schools around here will benefit immensely. You can already see my schoolchildren and teachers eager to engage with this facility,” he remarked.
He further outlined measures put in place to ensure the sustainability of the lab, stating that “we have already trained some teachers who will manage the facility, and we have also set up a committee comprising the district assembly, Ghana Education Service, traditional leaders, and other key stakeholders. This committee will oversee the lab’s operations, ensuring it serves its intended purpose of improving education in the district.”
He expressed confidence that the project would significantly enhance learning outcomes, particularly in STEAM subjects, and help address declining educational standards.
However, Mr. Kula also highlighted a major challenge facing education in the district which includes low girls’ enrollment due to early labor migration. “Many girls abandon school to engage in activities like cashew harvesting and petty trading. This remains a serious issue,” he lamented.
He emphasized the importance of community engagement, noting that “we are meeting with parents, teachers, and community leaders to discourage this trend. This lab will not only benefit boys but also serve as a tool to inspire girls to stay in school and pursue learning.”
Speaking about the new lab, Ziita Angataar, a student of Kaleo SHTS, expressed his excitement: “I’m very grateful for this lab. I think it will enable us to learn a lot about technology. With this facility, we can create robots and cars and even explore human-like innovations. Without this lab, I don’t think I would have had this opportunity.”
Another student also praised the initiative, highlighting how it will benefit students of all ages.
“This lab will help people to learn, grow, and connect with the entire world. Today, everything is about technology, and if you don’t understand it, you are left behind. But with this lab, everything is possible. It is extraordinary, unlike other labs, and we truly appreciate the Speaker of Parliament for this great achievement.”
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