Haruna Iddrisu Unveils Major SHS Infrastructure Expansion Plan

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Published: May 30 2026

Published at: 3:45Pm

Story by Saibu Terry

The Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, has reiterated the government’s commitment to improving educational infrastructure across Ghana, announcing plans to upgrade several senior high schools and expand access to secondary education in underserved districts.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament, the Minister disclosed that government intends to upgrade 30 Category C Senior High Schools to Category B status, while 20 Category B schools will be elevated to Category A. According to him, the move forms part of broader efforts to improve educational standards and create equal opportunities for students across the country.

Hon. Iddrisu further revealed that approximately 13 districts in Ghana currently do not have Senior High Schools. He noted that government is determined to address the gap by ensuring that these districts receive their own SHSs to enhance access to quality education and reduce the burden on students who travel long distances to attend school.

During his presentation, a brief exchange occurred when Assin South MP, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, sought to intervene by raising his hand. In response, Hon. Iddrisu questioned what interventions the previous administration had made during its years in office to address the infrastructure challenges currently confronting the education sector.

The Education Minister maintained that the government’s ongoing reforms are aimed at strengthening the country’s educational system and providing the necessary infrastructure to support teaching and learning.

Observers say the planned upgrades and expansion of SHS facilities, if implemented successfully, could significantly improve access to secondary education and enhance the overall quality of education across Ghana.

The government’s commitment to educational development continues to feature prominently in its broader agenda to build a stronger and more inclusive education sector for future generations.