The Ministry of Education has launched an investigation into alleged supply of expired food items to some senior high schools.
According to the Ministry, they have also engaged the National Food and Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) and the Ghana Commodity Exchange (GCX), the entities responsible for the supply and distribution of food to senior high schools for further investigation into the matter.
“We take these allegations seriously, and as a matter of urgency, have commenced a full investigation. The Ministry has also engaged the National Food and Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) and the Ghana Commodity Exchange (GCX), the entities responsible for the supply and distribution of food to senior high schools. Together, we have launched a thorough investigation into the issues raised by Hon. Ablakwa.” The Ministry said in a statement.
This comes after the Member of Parliament (MP) for North Tongu constituency in the Volta Region, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, alleged that a total of 22,000 bags of expired and repackaged rice were distributed to various senior high schools across the country.
But the Ministry said they will pursue the matter to the end.
According to them, they are committed to protecting the health and safety of every student under their care.
“We assure students, parents, guardians, and the public of our commitment to protecting the health and safety of every student under our care. Rest assured, we will pursue this matter to the end, and provide updates to the public as our investigation processes.” The Ministry added.
The Ministry commended the MP for the information.
“The Ministry of Education’s attention has been drawn to allegations made by Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa regarding the supply of expired food items to some senior high schools. We would like to express our appreciation to Hon. Ablakwa for bringing this matter to our attention, as such feedback is valuable in our ongoing efforts to ensure quality education.” Part of the statement read.
Source: Elvisanokyenews.com
