The Northern Regional Ambassador for Girl-Child Education, Montum Nisaw, has called on women in the Basare community to prioritise their daughters' education. This appeal was made during an interview with Adom News on the sidelines of the 2026 Basare Youth Association Congress held at Kpandai in the Northern Region. Montum Nisaw emphasised the importance of girl-child education in improving participation in the region.
Montum Nisaw noted that participation in education among girls in the Northern Region remains a concern. She stressed that parents, particularly mothers, must play a critical role in ensuring their daughters remain in school. According to her, this will help address the challenges confronting girl-child education and create better opportunities for young girls to succeed.
Montum Nisaw advised young girls to remain focused on their education and avoid bad company that could negatively affect their future. She encouraged her peers to stay focused on their books and avoid bad friends, emphasising that education is crucial for their future. This appeal aims to encourage young girls to remain committed to their education despite challenges that may hinder their progress.
The Northern Regional Ambassador further appealed to the government, non-governmental organisations, and other stakeholders to support her with educational materials and logistics. This support will enable her to intensify efforts to promote girl-child education in the Northern Region. She specifically mentioned Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as a key figure who could support initiatives aimed at encouraging more girls to enrol and remain in school.
Montum Nisaw believes that providing the necessary educational support, coupled with increased awareness among parents, will help address challenges confronting girl-child education. She is confident that this will create better opportunities for young girls to succeed. The ambassador's efforts are focused on promoting girl-child education and improving participation in the Northern Region.
The 2026 Basare Youth Association Congress, where Montum Nisaw made the appeal, was held at Kpandai in the Northern Region. The event provided a platform for stakeholders to discuss issues related to girl-child education and youth development. Montum Nisaw's message resonated with attendees, who acknowledged the importance of prioritising girl-child education.
The call to prioritise girl-child education is part of a broader effort to address the concerns surrounding education in the Northern Region. By engaging with stakeholders and promoting awareness, Montum Nisaw aims to make a positive impact on girl-child education and empower young girls to succeed.
Key points
- Montum Nisaw urges women in Basare to encourage daughters to take education seriously.
- Participation in education among girls in the Northern Region remains a concern.
- Montum Nisaw appeals to government and stakeholders for support with educational materials and logistics.
