17th August 2023 4:32:06 PM
2 mins readA member of the communications team of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Lawrence Kwesi Botchway Jnr, has lauded the remarkable leadership and lasting impact of the former Minister of Education and current Minister of Energy, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, on national development.
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He particularly highlighted Dr. Opoku Prempeh's pivotal role in preventing an electricity crisis in the country.
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In an interview, Botchway described Dr. Opoku Prempeh as the "architect of Ghana’s energy success," commending his accomplishments in propelling the nation towards a more sustainable economy through effective management of the energy sector.
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He further lauded the minister's dedication and effectiveness in maintaining continuous power supply, even during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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“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.
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Botchway also emphasized the transformative impact of the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, which was championed by Dr. Opoku Prempeh and President Akufo-Addo.
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He cited significant statistics, showcasing the substantial increase in student enrollment from 6,000 in 2016 to 1.2 million today.
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Botchway attributed this growth to visionary leadership and not just political maneuvering, highlighting President Akufo-Addo's role in making education accessible to all students, regardless of their background.
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Botchway concluded by praising President Akufo-Addo's legacy, which he sees as a gift to Ghana's future generations.
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He emphasized that the Free SHS policy has dismantled financial barriers, allowing both privileged and disadvantaged students to access quality education.
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