The Government of Ghana has announced plans to establish a state-of-the-art science laboratory facility in Koforidua in memory of the late Minister for Defense, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah who died in helicopter crash on August 6,with seven others while on state duty.
The Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu explained that the facility will serve as a centre of excellence for STEM education, providing modern tools and resources to equip young learners and teachers with innovative skills in artificial intelligence, coding, robotics, and problem-solving.
He noted that the move forms part of government’s broader agenda to modernize education and prepare Ghanaian students for a future driven by science and technology, while also honoring the legacy of Dr. Omane Boamah, a medical Doctor by Profession who was dedicated to Science and Technology, and youth development.
The laboratory, once completed, is expected to become a hub for innovation, creativity, and research, supporting Ghana’s transition towards industrialization and technological advancement.
The Minister made the announcement during the launch of the BSTEM Training Program in Sunyani, a nationwide initiative aimed at strengthening Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics education from the basic level.
The BSTEM training program is an initiative which embodies a significant national investment, dedicated to fortifying Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics education from the foundational level.
The project was initiated by Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang when she was Minister of Education.
“I must extend my gratitude to Her Excellency Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, who, during her tenure as Minister for Education from 2012 to 2016, spearheaded the establishment of a committee. The committee’s review culminated in the creation of the Basic Science and Mathematics Project, which has since evolved into the BSTEM Project”. Said Haruna Iddrisu.
The Minister stated that “Our government is committed to modernizing education by revolutionizing science and mathematics, incorporating AI, coding, and robotics as integral components of our revised curriculum at the foundational level”
According to him, the BSTEM initiative is pivotal for Ghana’s future as the country transitions from rote memorization to inquiry-based learning, problem-solving, and creativity, providing every Ghanaian child with the opportunity to realize their potential.
“We are equipping our educators with modern skills, digital tools, and innovative teaching methodologies to make STEM education engaging and accessible for our young learners. This endeavor will foster curiosity and lay the groundwork for future scientists and innovators”. He concluded.
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