North Tongu MP, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has hinted at his eventual retirement from frontline politics, saying he is proud to be grooming the next generation of leaders through sustained investment in education.
Speaking at a Christmas event in Juapong, Mr. Ablakwa said his long-term vision is to prepare young people in the constituency to take over leadership roles at all levels of national life.
“We are producing engineers, we are producing lawyers, we are producing aeronautical engineers, we are producing future MPs who will take over from me, because I’ll be retiring soon,” he said.
He expressed pride in the academic progress of students from North Tongu, noting that investments across basic, secondary and tertiary education are yielding results.
Mr. Ablakwa highlighted recent infrastructure projects, including smart classrooms, dormitories and dining halls, as well as support for mock examinations ahead of BECE and WASSCE.
He also cited the success of a former scholarship beneficiary who graduated with a first class degree in aeronautical engineering.
“I can confirm to you that one of your predecessors… has graduated with the first class,” he said, adding that she would soon be sponsored again to the United States for a master’s programme.
Encouraging current scholarship beneficiaries to remain disciplined, the MP cautioned against diverting funds meant for fees.
“When you get it, please don’t be tempted. No diversions. Go straight to your institutions and pay the fees,” he urged.
Mr. Ablakwa said the progress made so far gives him confidence that North Tongu’s future leadership is in capable hands.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
