Fulera is seen in a tricycle
Despite facing massive challenges, two siblings from Koforidua in the Eastern Region have proven that determination and resilience can overcome the toughest obstacles.
Fulera Yahaya, 18, and her younger brother, Ibrahim Yahaya, 16, both live with disabilities but have refused to let their conditions define their future.
With unwavering determination, they have strived to break barriers in education and pursue their career aspirations, despite the lack of disability-friendly infrastructure and resources.
“I want to print T-shirts, brand cars,” said Fulera, a Form 3 Visual Arts student at Oti Boateng Senior High School Koforidua.
She aims at becoming a graphic designer, but her journey is faced with lot of difficulties, ranging from mobility to dietary restrictions
“When I come [to school], I don’t eat plenty. I know the kind of food I can eat without disturbing my stomach. I don’t want to eat everything, and I don’t drink a lot of water,” she explained in a video shared on X by GHOne TV, on March 7,2025.
For Ibrahim, his dream is to become a bank manager, an aspiration fuelled by his desire to pave the way for others with disabilities in the financial sector.
“I have never seen a person with a disability working in a bank, so I want to become a bank manager and set history for those who are involved,” he shared passionately.
Ibrahim is a bright student, however, the reality of getting to school each day is a different story. The rocky environment and lack of disability-friendly infrastructure makes his daily transportation a difficult task.
“When I’m coming to school in the morning, I face many challenges on the road. I cannot come with my support unless my colleagues help me. They have to carry me up the steps before I can enter the classroom. They also carry me down the steps when it’s time to go home,” he narrated.
His punctuality suffers as a result.
A teacher noted, “He normally comes to school late, and by the time he arrives, lessons have already started. He often struggles to catch up.”
Writing is another challenge for Ibrahim as his hands shakes when writing.
“When I write, I can’t go fast because it won’t be clear. My hands often shake, so I have to write slowly and carefully,” he said.
Behind these determined children is their father, Yahaya Issah, who has shouldered the responsibility of supporting their education
However, with limited resources, he has explained that the journey has been difficult.
Regardless of the many challenges, Fulera and Ibrahim have remained hopeful, determined to not only chase their dreams but also inspire others with disabilities to do same.
Ibrahim is being carried to his classroom
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Two siblings from Koforidua, are defying the odds in their pursuit of education and career goals despite facing significant challenges.
Fulera Yahaya, 18, and her brother Ibrahim Yahaya, 16, both living with disabilities, are striving to overcome barriers such as the lack of… pic.twitter.com/wL2DYna2eJ
— GHOne TV (@ghonetv) March 7, 2025
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