By Enock Akonnor Managing Editor enockakonnor2013@gmail.com
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A bold new chapter in Ghana’s educational journey has begun with the grand unveiling of the Leading-Edge Islamic Girls’ Senior High School, a groundbreaking institution set to redefine the future for Muslim girls in the Ashanti Region and beyond.
In a powerful stride toward educational equity, the school has been absorbed into the government’s Free Senior High School (FSHS) program, ensuring 100% tuition-free access for students and no girl is left behind!
A School with a Mission And a Message
Strategically located in Antoa, the school isn’t just another addition to Ghana’s educational landscape; it’s a symbol of empowerment, offering a safe, faith-based environment where Islamic values meet academic excellence.
Academic Programs Offered:
- General Science – For future doctors, engineers, and innovators
- Home Economics – Cultivating skilled, resourceful women for home and industry
- General Arts – Shaping bold thinkers, writers, and leaders
- Visual Arts – Inspiring the next generation of creatives
With a fully furnished hostel facility, the school welcomes girls from remote areas, making sure that distance never stands in the way of destiny.
Leadership Speaks: A Vision Realized
In an interview with Leaky Ghana Online, the school’s director, IT expert Dr. Abdul-Muhsin Baafi, delivered a heartfelt message of gratitude to those who turned this dream into a reality. He praised the support of:
- H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic
- Hon. Alhaji Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, Minister for Interior & MP for Asawasi
- Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, Minister of Education
- Ashanti Regional GES Director
- All stakeholders who backed the vision from day one
“This is not just a school. It is a movement. A commitment to Muslim girls across Ghana that their future matters,” Dr. Baafi declared.
A National Game-Changer
In a country where education is the cornerstone of national development, the Leading-Edge Islamic Girls’ SHS represents a bold, inclusive model; one that proves faith and modern education can thrive hand-in-hand.
This institution is more than buildings and books. It’s a beacon of hope for thousands of girls who, for too long, have stood on the sidelines of opportunity.
A Call to Action
As Ghana continues to champion education for all, the success of the Leading-Edge Islamic Girls’ SHS sets the stage for replication nationwide. The future is female and in Kumasi, it’s already begun.
Source; www.leakyghana.com
Enock Akonnor is an experienced Ghanaian journalist, based in Kumasi and currently serves as the CEO and Managing Editor of www.leakyghana.com.
With a wealth of expertise built over many years in the media industry, he has earned a solid reputation as one of Ghana’s most sought-after journalists.
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