Education authorities in the Nkwanta South Municipality have firmly dismissed claims of an ongoing food crisis affecting senior high school students, particularly candidates preparing for the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
The rebuttal follows earlier concerns reportedly raised by the Headmaster of the Nkwanta Senior High School (Nkwansec), Mr. Solomon Sarpong Bagmae, who suggested that the growing number of candidates had placed a strain on the school’s food resources. His comments sparked widespread anxiety among parents and the general public, just weeks before the commencement of the crucial exams.
In response, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Mr. Joseph Awal Antwi, strongly refuted the claims, stressing that the government had ensured a steady supply of food to all schools in the municipality. He pointed out that just last week, headmasters were convened for a comprehensive meeting that addressed key logistics for the WASSCE period — including food, accommodation, and security.
“There is no food shortage in our schools. All necessary arrangements have been made, and the students are adequately catered for,” Mr. Antwi said in an interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA). “The well-being of our students, especially those writing their final exams, remains a top priority.”
Echoing the MCE’s remarks, Mr. Jonathan Korsina, the Municipal Director of Education, described the food shortage allegations as “false and misleading.” He explained that out of the three senior high schools in the township, only one operates as a boarding facility, with the others running as day schools. According to him, the boarding school had sufficient food reserves even before recent tribal disturbances led to a temporary school closure.
“More importantly,” he noted, “the government delivered additional food supplies to the school on Saturday, August 2, 2025, ensuring that all students are adequately provided for.”
The education director appealed to the public to disregard circulating misinformation and avoid causing unnecessary panic.
The reassurances from both the MCE and the education director signal a coordinated effort by local authorities to stabilize the academic environment and ensure WASSCE candidates are fully supported ahead of their exams.
As the country continues to prioritize free senior high school education, the Nkwanta South case underscores the importance of clear communication between school leadership and municipal authorities in preventing misinformation and ensuring student welfare.
