The Government of Ghana has announced a significant restructuring of its decentralised School Feeding Programme, following a Cabinet decision aimed at strengthening food security and boosting local agricultural production.

Under the new policy, the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) will take direct responsibility for procuring six key grains and legumes: maize, gari, beans, peanuts, millet, and soybeans.

Deputy Chief of Staff at the Presidency, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo announced this on behalf of the First Lady lady, Lordina Mahama during the 79th Speech Day of Aburi Girls Senior High School at Aburi in the Eastern region.

According to Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, under the programme, the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO), in collaboration with the Ghana Commodity Exchange, will supply an additional twelve essential food items.



This arrangement is expected to improve logistical efficiency, diversify school meals, and enhance the overall health and nutrition of students across the various schools.

The Guest Speaker for the event, Lydia Obenewah Essuah, Chief Director at the Ministry of Education, underscored the importance of a quality education system as a catalyst for national development.

She added that the Ministry, in collaboration with its partner agencies, is working diligently to ensure that the highest standards of education are consistently maintained for every Ghanaian child.

The Headmistress of Aburi Girls’ Senior High School, Wilhelmina Obuobisa-Atakora, outlined several pressing challenges currently facing the school, including inadequate furniture for the growing student population, uncompleted teachers’ housing projects, and the long-standing acute water shortage. She appealed for support to help address these issues.

She expressed delight at the numerous academic and extracurricular achievements the school has recorded. Like the other speakers at the event, Mrs. Obuobisa-Atakora conveyed her profound gratitude to all who have supported the school in its quest to provide a conducive environment for teaching and learning. She made special mention of the 2000-year group for their unwavering commitment and consistent support.



The President of the evergreen 2000-year group, Akua Boahemaa Owusu-Sekyere, together with other members and joined by Joyce Bawah, Special Aide to former President John Mahama, commissioned the refurbished school tower. She expressed her gratitude to the school’s management for granting them the opportunity to support and serve their alma mater. Akua Boahemaa also extended appreciation to her year group members, the First Family, and the entire Old Girls’ Association for their encouragement and unwavering commitment to a worthy cause.

The event, which attracted participants from all walks of life—including traditional rulers, clergy, and political figures also witnessed the recognition of immediate past students, current students, as well as teaching and non-teaching staff during the awards session.