Former Minister of Education and the current Minister of Energy, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has been praised for his exceptional leadership and long-lasting impact on the country's development efforts by Lawrence Kwesi Botchway Jr., a member of the NPP's communications team.

More specifically, he has been praised for playing a crucial part in saving the nation from a power catastrophe. He referred to Dr. Opoku Prempeh as the "architect of Ghana's energy success" in an interview.

“His impressive accomplishments in the energy sector have left an indelible mark on the nation’s history in terms of propelling the nation towards a brighter and more sustainable economy.”

“We must laud the Minister’s dedication and effectiveness in keeping the lights on and the nation running. NAPO’s timely and effective response showcased his mastery of the energy landscape, ensuring uninterrupted power supply till now and even during the challenging COVID-19 epoch. Unlike the past era of ‘dumsor’, Ghana experienced stability and reliability in its power infrastructure, a testament to Dr. Opoku Prempeh’s strategic leadership in the energy sector,” he stated

Impactful recognition

Highlighting the remarkable strides achieved in the realm of education, he underscored the transformative influence of the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy championed by Dr. Opoku Prempeh and President Akufo-Addo.

Backing his assertion with pertinent data, he pointed out that student enrollment had surged from a modest 6,000 students in 2016 to an astonishing 1.2 million students today. He highlighted that this remarkable expansion isn't solely a result of political maneuvering but stands as a testament to President Akufo-Addo's visionary leadership.

In light of this, he emphasized the profound impact of the Free SHS policy in narrowing the divide between privileged and underprivileged students. He commended President Akufo-Addo's forward-looking leadership in democratizing education, ensuring access for all, regardless of their socio-economic backgrounds.

“President Akufo-Addo’s legacy is a generational gift to Ghana. The once insurmountable financial barriers that restricted educational opportunities have been eliminated by the Free SHS policy. Regardless of their economic background, both rich and poor students now sit side by side in institutions like Adisadel College, receiving education that was once a privilege of the few,” he noted.