Savannah College of Education Students Demand Answers Over School’s Public Status – Gh Edu Pro
Uncertainty Over Absorption as a Public College
Students of Savannah College of Education are raising concerns about the school’s status as a public institution. Many students frequently check the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) website for information on public colleges in Ghana. However, when one student recently checked, Savannah College of Education was not listed as a public college.
Seeking Clarification
Students sought answers from lecturers but received no clear response. The SRC Board then called for a meeting with the principal, management, and opinion leaders to explain the situation. Unfortunately, they were informed that the principal was in Accra at the time.
Tension and Planned Demonstration
Level 100 students, feeling uncertain about their college’s status, planned a peaceful demonstration to demand answers. However, before the protest could take place, a letter from the Vice Principal’s office reminded students that the school has rules and regulations. The letter warned that there would be consequences if students did not follow the right procedures for their protest.
Students Storm Police Station and Wasipe Chief’s Palace
On March 1, 2025, frustration among students escalated. According to Spear FM, students stormed the Daboya Police Station and the Wasipe Chief’s Palace to protest against the alleged decision to privatize the school. The protest, described as chaotic, was a response to growing concerns that the institution might not be fully absorbed as a public college.
Two Arrested, Later Granted Bail
During the protest, two students were reportedly arrested by the police. However, after intervention from student leaders they were later granted bail. This incident further intensified discussions on campus regarding the future of the institution.
Absorbed by GTEC, but Status Remains Unclear
Previously, GTEC officially absorbed Savannah College of Education as a public institution. However, students do not understand what has happened since then, as the school remains private. This uncertainty has left many questioning whether there has been a reversal of the decision or if there are administrative delays.
Challenges Facing Students
Beyond concerns about the school’s public status, students highlighted several challenges they face:
- Over 928 students were admitted last year, leading to overcrowding.
- Some students sleep on the floor due to inadequate accommodation.
- Over 205 students are packed into lecture halls, especially in the Junior High School Education department.
- There are not enough lecture halls for students.
- There are no fans in some lecture halls, making learning uncomfortable.
- Some lecture halls are still incomplete.
Students are hoping for official communication from management regarding the school’s absorption as a public college. They also urge authorities to address the infrastructural and accommodation challenges affecting their studies.
For now, students remain in search of clarity while managing the difficult learning conditions at Savannah College of Education.
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