A visually impaired law student at the Ghana School of Law, Makola, has received a lifeline after John Dumelo, the National Democratic Congress' (NDC) parliamentary candidate for the Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency, stepped in to settle their outstanding fees.

The student, Gabriel Selasie Doe, had been at risk of deferral due to unpaid fees amounting to GHC10,400. Unable to raise the necessary funds, Gabriel had even sold his laptop in an attempt to make partial payments.

In a post on X, John Dumelo shared how Gabriel reached out to him through a mutual friend, explaining the urgency of the situation. Recognizing the student’s plight, Dumelo acted quickly to cover the fees and ensure the continuation of their studies.

"Visually impaired law student Gabriel Selasie Doe reached out to me through a friend to help him pay the remainder of his GHC10,400 fees after he had to sell his laptop earlier. By God’s grace, I have fully paid his fees and also money to and get his laptop back," Dumelo wrote.

Gabriel, who has overcome numerous challenges due to his visual impairment, faced the additional hurdle of potentially losing a year of study. Dumelo’s timely intervention not only alleviated the financial burden but also restored hope for the aspiring lawyer.

This act of kindness has ensured Gabriel can continue pursuing his dreams without further disruption.