Ghana Media School (GH Schools) has introduced a 24-hour education initiative to increase access to technical and vocational training and address the growing demand.
Leslie Addo Listowel, the Rector of GH Schools, noted that the school is experiencing high enrollment, especially in the fashion, catering, and multimedia departments.
He mentioned that last semester, 254 students applied, but only 158 were accepted, leaving 96 applicants to look for opportunities elsewhere.
Mr. Leslie Addo emphasized that GH Schools is fully accredited by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training, and plans are in place to secure accreditation for Higher National Diploma (HND) programs starting next semester.
The new academic schedule will include additional sessions beyond the traditional morning (8 a.m. – 12 p.m.) and afternoon (1 p.m. – 5 p.m.) classes:
– Dawn session: 4 a.m. – 8 a.m.
– Evening session: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
– A proposed midnight session may also be introduced.
Mr. Listowel urged the Abofu community to support this initiative by providing land for expansion and called for government assistance to ensure its success.
Security measures will be enhanced through a partnership with the Achimota Police Command, which has committed to installing a barrier in front of the school and deploying four patrol officers.
For health and safety, the school has partnered with Midway Hospital and Achimota Hospital to offer comprehensive medical care for students.
GH Schools has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Pentecost University, allowing students to benefit from “joint admission,” which facilitates a smooth transition to degree programs.
The MOU, referred to as FFF (Facilitation, Facility, Faculty), will enable both institutions to share resources—GH Schools will provide practical training for Pentecost students, while Pentecost will offer lecture spaces for GH Schools learners.
Dr. Kofi Osei Kusi, Chancellor of GH Schools, praised the alignment of the 24-hour school system with the government’s vision for a 24-hour economy, calling it a significant step toward unlocking the country’s potential.
Rev. Dr. Ebenezer Tetteh, Director of Postgraduate Studies at Pentecost University, also commended the initiative, highlighting the importance of preparing students to contribute to a continuous economy.
George Gyamfi, a representative from the Achimota Police Command, emphasized the Inspector General of Police’s newly launched 24-hour policing strategy, aimed at enhancing security through patrols, surveillance, intelligence gathering, and rapid response to support Ghana’s emerging 24-hour economy.
Samlara Baah, Program Lead for the government’s 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development, stated that GH Schools embodies the goals of this initiative.
Traditional leaders, including the Paramount Chief and Queen Mother of Abofu, were present at the launch.
