The Government of Ghana has earmarked GHS80 million for the completion and operationalization of the long-abandoned Anomabo Fisheries College, signaling a renewed commitment to revamp the country’s aquaculture education sector.
Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development, Emelia Arthur, made the announcement during the Government Accountability Series held on Wednesday, August 6. She revealed that the Ministry of Finance has issued a commencement warrant to support the initiative, following a directive from President John Dramani Mahama.
“Following a directive from the President, the Ministry has received a GHS 80 million Commencement Warrant from the Ministry of Finance to complete the Anomabo Fisheries College for operationalisation,” she said.
“Procurement processes are underway to engage contractors and acquire equipment, all in accordance with the Public Procurement Act.”
Construction of the college began in 2011 under the National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration but stalled after the change in government.
Once completed, the institution will feature lecture halls, a principal’s residence, fish ponds, and water infrastructure.
It is expected to train over 300 students in sustainable fisheries and aquaculture practices, offering a critical skills pipeline for Ghana’s growing blue economy.
Madam Arthur expressed confidence that the college would be fully operational before the end of her tenure, assuring the public that the necessary steps are being taken to meet the timelines.
President Mahama, meanwhile, has reiterated his government’s intention to tackle all stalled and abandoned development projects across the country, with Anomabo’s fisheries college being a key priority.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
