Pupils of the Botoku Bladatornu D.A. Basic School, located in the economically challenged North Dayi constituency of the Volta Region, recently received significant support from their Member of Parliament, Joycelyn Tetteh, in collaboration with the BKQ Foundation, a non-governmental organization. The school is regarded as one of the most deprived institutions in the North Dayi District, situated in a community characterized primarily by fishing and agricultural activities. The area faces numerous challenges, including a lack of basic amenities such as electricity and proper access roads, which impede development. In light of these issues, the donation included essential educational materials like school uniforms, shoes, books, and stationery, aimed at uplifting the students and enhancing their learning environment.
This charitable initiative came about following a visit to the Bladatornu community by MP Joycelyn Tetteh and representatives from the BKQ Foundation. The visit was not only meant to deliver the donated items but also to engage with the community ahead of the impending presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled for December 7, 2024. During the presentation event, Hon. Tetteh expressed her gratitude to her partners at the BKQ Foundation for their generosity and voiced a hopeful vision for the Bladatornu community’s future. She underscored her aspiration to see the community flourish and produce qualified professionals, including doctors, teachers, and possibly future leaders of the country.
Emmanuel Quist Denutsui, the headteacher of the school, conveyed his heartfelt appreciation for the initiative taken by the MP and the BKQ Foundation. He articulated the pressing challenges faced by the school’s faculty, who often traverse long distances on foot to reach the school and fulfill their teaching obligations. Denutsui emphasized that the donated items would not only serve as vital resources for the pupils but would also act as a significant motivational factor for them to continue their education and offset the barriers presented by their impoverished circumstances.
The pupils’ response to the donations was overwhelmingly positive, marked by joyful expressions of gratitude accompanied by traditional drumming and dancing. Students and their parents celebrated the kindness shown by their MP and the BKQ Foundation, pledging to work diligently in their studies to honor the support they received. This enthusiasm reflected the deep yearning for educational advancement within the community and the willingness of its members to embrace the opportunities presented to them through such altruistic deeds.
Moreover, the Chiefs and residents of the North Dayi area have recognized and appreciated the continuous efforts made by Joycelyn Tetteh over the years. Her numerous interventions, in both educational support and community projects, have made a substantial positive impact on the local populace. As the upcoming elections approach, the community has shown its solidarity and commitment to support Tetteh and her party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), reaffirming their loyalty through promises of votes and unyielding backing for her future endeavors.
Ultimately, this initiative by Joycelyn Tetteh and the BKQ Foundation highlights the essential role that leadership and community partnerships play in addressing educational disparities in underprivileged areas. The donation not only provides immediate relief and resources for the pupils of Botoku Bladatornu D.A. Basic School but also serves as a beacon of hope, demonstrating that dedicated efforts can lead to substantial improvements in the lives of marginalized communities. As they move forward, the commitment displayed by both the MP and the local community underscores the potential for collective action to foster education and transform lives in the North Dayi constituency.
