Ghanaian education fund supports 61 students with GH¢138,536

The Upper West Regional Chief Imam Educational Endowment Fund has disbursed GH¢138,536 to support 61 students for the 2026/27 academic year. This represents an increase of 38.64% from the previous year, when 44 students received aid. The fund, established in October 2022, aims to assist academically promising but financially disadvantaged students pursuing tertiary education.

Fund Secretary Dr Saeed Moomin announced the disbursement in Wa, noting the numerous requests for educational assistance reflect families' financial difficulties. Beneficiaries are selected through academic assessments, financial need interviews, and home verification. For some, like Ibrahim Salim, a Political Science student, the aid has made the difference between continuing his education and putting it on hold.

Students like Amatus Ahmed and Ayisha Yahaya expressed gratitude for the lifeline provided, especially for those from rural communities. Stakeholders urged beneficiaries to use the funds wisely and contribute back to the fund later. Former Wa Municipal Chief Executive Tahiru Issahaku Moomin called for unity against poverty, while Headmaster Adams Iddrisu Thirdman cautioned against misuse of the funds.

Why it matters61 tertiary students in Ghana received financial assistance for their education, enabling them to continue their studies.

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