By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi
Tullow Ghana has inaugurated a 12-unit girls’ dormitory block for Takoradi Senior High School (TADISCO) in Takoradi to solve accommodation challenges.
The dormitory block’s capacity accommodates 600 students, and this marks a significant milestone in the school’s history.
Acting Western Regional Director of Education, Mr. George Effah, said completing and handing over the dormitory block demonstrates Tullow Ghana’s unwavering commitment to providing an environment where every student, regardless of gender, has an opportunity to thrive academically and personally.
He said education “remains the foundation upon which we build our future. It is the key to unlocking potential and the bridge to a world of opportunities”.
By investing in dormitories and classrooms, Tullow, is not only enhancing the country’s infrastructure but also sending a powerful message about the value they place on students’ well-being and education.
He said looking at its features, the new facility will provide a safe, comfortable and conducive environment for the girls to live and study. “It will foster a sense of community, promote academic excellence and support personal growth. The benefits of this dormitory will extend far beyond its walls, influencing the lives of our students for years to come.”
Mr. Effah, on behalf of Director-General, Ghana Education Service Dr. Eric Nkansah, thanked Tullow Ghana for their continued support, saying: “Your investment in this dormitory is an investment in the future of our girls. and by extension in the future of our society. Your commitment to education and gender equity is commendable, and we are deeply grateful for your partnership”.
Deputy Managing Director-Tullow Ghana, Mrs. Cynthia Lumor, said making a difference in a student’s life is truly significant and goes a long way to shape their future.
She said in 2019 Tullow Ghana committed to investing US$10million over five years in infrastructure for 15 senior high schools to support Ghana’s Free SHS education agenda.
“This commitment has so far produced great results with the building of dormitory and classroom blocks for 15 senior high schools in the Western and Ashanti Regions,” he said.
She said through its social investments, students who would normally have walked to school now get accommodation and undivided attention to focus on their dream of becoming petroleum engineers in future.
“For an organisation such as Tullow Ghana, with a direct stake in this country’s socio-economic development, we see platforms such as this as opportunities to extend and entrench our commitment to the local communities where we live and work,” she said.
“Our students are the future of this country, and we are happy to play a role in harnessing their creative, innovative skills and talent for maximum future impact.”
The project, she said, represents an aspiration – a sign to the students that with determination and hard work, everything is possible.
The Headmistress of Takoradi Senior High School, Madam Cynthia Ackon thanked the company for the support and gave the assurance that it will be well maintained.
“Hitherto we had problem with the dormitory, and we are glad Tullow has come in to support. We are appealing for stakeholders to help us get a new kitchen and dining hall for the school,” she added.
Mr. Elijah Boye-Ampah, a Senior Social Performance Advisor of Tullow Ghana who is also the project lead, detailed the 12-unit dormitory project’s scope – it’s equipped with 180 bunk beds and a two-bedroom apartment for the housemaster’s residence.
The facility, he said, also has a 40,000-litre water reservoir with two box-rooms, washrooms, an ironing area, a common room and sanitary facilities among others.
The Acting President-Ahanta Traditional Council, Nana Eziaku IV, urged students to make sure they take very good care of the facility.
