Former GES Director Stresses Alumni Support for Education
Former Ghana Education Service director Enoch Hemmans Cobbinah urged alumni of secondary schools to partner in Ghana’s education development during the 116th anniversary homecoming of Ghana Secondary Technical School (GSTS) over the weekend.
Speaking as chairman of the event, Cobbinah – himself an old student of GSTS – said the nation must “catch up with global evolutions that are changing the face of education and training” and emphasized that the government cannot achieve the vision alone.
“The task ahead is enormous, but so should our collective commitment to the continued progress of GSTS and Ghana be,” he said, adding that alumni associations, the community and potential partners must contribute through mentorship, financial aid and other forms of support.
Cobbinah described the expected outcome as a “renaissance” that will rekindle and deepen science and technical education, preparing a pipeline of future‑ready students equipped with practical skills for the fourth industrial revolution, including artificial intelligence and robotics.
Headmaster Rev. Dr. Kennedy Obeng echoed the call, urging conscious investment in modern classrooms, libraries and laboratories to create a conducive learning environment. “We have heard the government’s vision for development; there should be conscious investment and provision of infrastructure and resources in modern classrooms, libraries, laboratories and to provide a conducive learning environment,” he stated.
He also highlighted the need for reliable technology, such as computers and internet connectivity, to enhance digital teaching and learning.
In line with the celebrations, the Ghana Global GSTS Alumni Association inducted a new executive council to steer activities for the next four years. The leadership is headed by Daniel Teye, noted for his architectural work on projects such as Aqua Safari and Safari Valley Resorts.
Other elected officers include Gt. Nemi Kwesi Nemi (1st Vice President), Gt. Ebo K. Simpson (2nd Vice President), Gt. Julius B. A. Nkrumah (General Secretary) and a slate of deputy secretaries, treasurers, organisers and a chief technology officer, reflecting a broad representation of former students.
The alumni body plans to collaborate with the school, the Ghana Education Service and private sector partners to mobilise resources, mentor current students and drive initiatives that align with “Advancing Educational Excellence, 116 Years of GSTS Impact and Growth in Ghana,” the theme of the homecoming.
Stakeholders anticipate that sustained partnerships will bolster GSTS’s reputation as a centre of technical excellence and contribute to Ghana’s broader goal of meeting STEM targets and preparing youth for a technology‑driven economy.
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