Students of the Sefwi Wiawso Nursing and Midwifery Training College (NMTC-SW) are planning a peaceful demonstration in response to the proposed transfer of their Principal, a move they believe could derail the school’s rapid development and academic progress.
In a press release issued on Monday, April 15, the student body passionately appealed to the Ministry of Health to reconsider the decision, highlighting the numerous achievements chalked under the current Principal’s short six-month tenure.
According to the students, the Principal has exhibited exceptional leadership and a clear vision that has brought transformative change to the college. Among the developments attributed to her stewardship are:
- Tarring of roads within the school to enhance accessibility and safety.
- Completion of the first floor of the midwifery block, now 80% done.
- Plans to introduce a degree programme in the next academic year, aimed at broadening academic opportunities.
- Ongoing construction of new hostel facilities to address accommodation needs.
- Renovation of the administration block and student hostels, improving both staff and student welfare.
- Clearing of longstanding refuse issues to boost environmental hygiene.
- Remodeling of the old school bus, enhancing student transport.
- Establishment of a well-equipped sick bay, ensuring student health and safety.
- Introduction of online examinations, reflecting a shift towards modern, tech-driven assessment methods.
- Completion of the school’s fencing, enhancing security.
- Strengthening of internal security measures and maintenance of high discipline across campus.
- Commencement of a registered midwifery program and the establishment of a new skills lab to provide hands-on training.
The students argue that the Principal’s leadership has laid a solid foundation for the institution’s future and fear that her transfer could destabilize this momentum.
According to them, these initiatives reflect the Principal’s dedication to high standards and their forward-thinking vision for the school’s development.
They mention that they are convinced the transfer could disturb the academic atmosphere and hinder the school’s advancement.
They are thus appealing to the Health Minister to reflect on the possible effects of this decision and how it might influence the students’ well-being.
