Sefwi-Wiawso Nursing students protest principal’s transfer

The Nursing and Midwifery Training College (NMTC) in Sefwi-Wiawso has protested following the Ministry of Health’s decision to transfer the institution’s principal, Mrs. Elizabeth Dujin, from the school.

In a heartfelt press release addressed to the Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) passionately and aggressively petitioned for the reconsideration of the transfer, citing her transformative leadership and deep commitment to the development of the school.

Within just six months of her appointment, Mrs. Dujin has made a remarkable impact on the college. Her leadership has ushered in sweeping infrastructural and academic reforms, including the clearance of a long-standing refuse dump, renovations of both the administration block and hostels, and the remodeling of the school’s outdated bus, part of their statement added.

“She turned the environment around—literally and figuratively,” said Ishmael Selase Klu, SRC President. “Under her, the school feels alive and filled with purpose again.”

One of the most celebrated milestones during her tenure has been the establishment of a well-equipped sick bay, the commencement of a registered midwifery program, and the launch of a new skills lab. Students also hailed her introduction of customized house dresses, scrubs, and tracksuits, which have instilled a renewed sense of unity and identity among the student population.

Security and discipline, which had long been a concern, have seen major improvements with the fencing of the school walls and the introduction of a more structured security system.

Mrs. Dujin’s forward-thinking vision extends beyond completed projects. Several ongoing developments—such as the construction of a new library, a gated school entrance, tarring of internal roads, and a new hostel facility—have been mapped out. Notably, a degree program is in the pipeline, scheduled to begin in the next academic year.

“Our worry is that if she is transferred now, all these initiatives might stall or lose momentum,” said Emmanuella Ekumah, the SRC’s General Secretary. “We want to keep growing under her leadership.”

The student body fears the principal’s sudden reassignment may disrupt the college’s progress and dampen the morale that has steadily risen since her arrival. Their appeal ends with a strong, unified message: “#WeWantOurPrincipalBack.”

The Ministry of Health has yet to respond publicly to the letter going viral on the Internet.

By: Hon. Japhet Festus Gbede

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