BOLGATANGA: Story by Moses Anaba,
The Upper East Regional Girl Child Education Officer, Madam Rita Abamah, has shared her inspiring educational journey, encouraging young people, especially girls, to remain focused on their education and work hard towards achieving their goals.
Speaking on the Personality Profile programme on Bolga FM, Madam Abamah said education was something she strongly desired from an early age. She explained that she believed God gives every person a purpose and a profession, and she was determined to pursue her dreams through education.
“Education was something that I wanted. God gives everyone his or her profession, and I told myself that if other people could do it, then I could also do it,” she said.
Madam Abamah revealed that her journey was not without challenges. According to her, her father once believed that educating a girl had little or no impact. However, instead of allowing the statement to discourage her, she used it as motivation to study harder and prove that girls could excel and make meaningful contributions to society.
“My father told me that girl child education had no impact. That gave me more attention and motivation to study hard and prove him wrong,” she stated.
Reflecting on the educational environment during her school days, Rita Abamah said students did not have access to modern technologies such as social media, television, mobile phones and other digital learning platforms.
She noted that although social media and technology are now widely available and have created learning opportunities, they also come with challenges that can negatively affect the education and development of young people if not used responsibly.
“Today, social media is everywhere. The changes have brought both positive and negative effects,” she observed.
She therefore advised girls to prioritize their education and avoid relationships and activities that could distract them from their academic goals.
The Upper East Regional Girl Child Education Officer cautioned that becoming involved in romantic relationships at an early age could expose young people to challenges such as early marriage, teenage pregnancy, HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections.
She urged girls to remain disciplined, concentrate on their studies and make informed decisions that would protect their health, education and future.
“Girls must focus on their education and avoid relationships that may lead to early marriage, teenage pregnancy, HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections,” she advised.
Madam Abamah’s story highlighted the importance of determination, hard work and perseverance in overcoming barriers to education. Her journey also demonstrated that educating girls can empower them to achieve their ambitions, contribute to national development and inspire others.
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