The Gbewa College of Education in Pusiga has urged the government to address its pressing infrastructural challenges, which continue to hinder effective teaching and learning.
Gbewa College of Education, one of only two colleges of education in the Upper East Region, was established in 1953 and is located near the Naa Gbewa graveyard in the Pusiga District.
Despite its long history, the college still struggles with inadequate infrastructure and network connectivity due to its remote location.
Speaking to Channel One News, the college’s IT Officer, Akudugu Shaibu Fataw, outlined the difficulties caused by the institution’s proximity to the Togo and Burkina Faso borders, which result in frequent network fluctuations and unreliable internet access.
“The network is very poor. We are sharing borders with two different countries, so the surrounding telcos always switch to the nearby countries. Even making calls is a problem. We have complained several times but to no avail.”
Addressing students and faculty on Friday, March 7, 2025, Principal Halidu Musah stressed the need for government intervention to resolve the college’s long-standing infrastructural deficits. He noted that since its establishment in 1953, a lack of proper facilities has remained a significant setback for the institution.
“It is worth noting that the college has several GETFund and other government-funded infrastructure projects that remain incomplete. Prominent among these is the giant new administration building, which is currently under construction, and the 350-capacity student hostel, which has been abandoned at the substructure level.
“We wish to call on the government to expedite action on these projects for the benefit of students and to create a conducive environment for teaching and learning.”he urged.