By Edzorna Francis Mensah
On March 2, 2025, Gabriel Kwamigah-Atokple, a Member of the Council of State and Founder of the Tanko Foundation, demonstrated his commitment to education by donating a substantial GHS 100,000 to the Ketu North Scholar (Edem Agbana Scholarship Scheme) at Dzodze.
His generous contribution was announced during the official launch of the initiative, where he served as the Guest of Honour.
In addition to this donation, Mr. Kwamigah-Atokple also contributed $1,000 to support a third-year student at the University for Development Studies (UDS) in Tamale, Jennifer Akorfa Amegble, who is pursuing a Doctor of Medical Laboratory Science degree. This additional financial aid will help her advance in the medical laboratory field, further demonstrating his commitment to educational empowerment and inclusive development.
In his speech, Kwamigah-Atokple emphasized the transformative power of education in breaking cycles of poverty and creating opportunities for young people.
“This initiative is not just about financial aid; it is a commitment to ensuring that no student is left behind due to financial constraints. Education is the key to unlocking the potential of our youth and securing a brighter future for Ketu North,” he stated.
His donation is expected to strengthen the scholarship fund, which has already provided full sponsorship for 25 Persons Living with Disabilities (PWDs) and financial assistance to over 200 students.
He also commended the Member of Parliament for Ketu North, Edem Agbana, for spearheading the initiative and urged other stakeholders to contribute toward sustaining and expanding the program.
The scholarship aligns with President John Dramani Mahama’s vision of free tertiary education for PWDs and the No Fees Stress policy for first-year students. It also reinforces Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4, which advocates for inclusive and equitable education for all.
