A recent video circulating on social media sheds light on the frustrations faced by a headmaster reportedly associated with Jirapa Senior High School (SHS).The headmaster, in an exclusive interview with JOY FM, voiced concerns about the challenges posed by the Free Senior High School (SHS) initiative introduced by the government.

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According to the headmaster, the Free SHS program needs urgent review as schools are struggling to adequately cater to their students' needs.One of the major issues highlighted was the scarcity of food, which has escalated to the point where schools are forced to skip meals, opting for supper after breakfast due to insufficient resources.

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"In some instances, schools had to skip meals, meaning they would have breakfast, skip lunch, and only have supper, even if just for a day. I can confirm that this has happened," stated the Jirapa headmaster, who chose not to disclose specific names at this time.He further continued students in Jirapa Senior High School have been left with the option of feeding on maize for survival.

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He attributed the situation to the impact of Akufo-Addo’s Free SHS policy.“As I speak, apart from maize, I don’t have anything currently as I sit and I am mentioning my school. Last week we received some food stuff, and we got so much maize. We didn’t receive rice until yesterday when I had to fall on my PTA to give me some rice. I just came from Accra Central.

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”The video serves as a touching reminder of the challenges faced by educational institutions under the Free SHS program, urging authorities to address these issues promptly for the well-being of students and schools alike.Watch video below:The Free SHS promise: Some schools skip meals due to scarcity. - CHASS #Emptyplates pic.twitter.com/k0WXbtqpCT— JoyNews (@JoyNewsOnTV) March 21, 2024

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