By: Vadze Mensah Divine| ignewss| Accra
Adentan municipal assembly has marked the 67th Independence Day celebration at the Adentan Community Basic School Park in the Gbentaana Electoral Area on March 6, 2024.
This year’s theme, “Our Democracy, Our Pride,” resonated throughout the festivities, serving as a reminder to the citizenry about the significance of democracy and unity in the nation.
The event featured various activities, including a march parade, students showcasing their marching skills, speeches, and the presentation of awards to deserving learners and schools.
In his address, Mr. Ebenezer Doku, the Municipal Chief Executive, emphasized the importance of upholding democracy and promoting peaceful conduct, particularly as Ghana prepared for the upcoming general elections in December. He stressed that democracy should always be accompanied by peace and unity for the country to progress.
Several schools participated in this year’s parade, including Fafraha Community Senior High School (FACOSH), Delcam Senior High School, Mercy Islamic Senior High School, and others.
Due to the hot weather, a total of 61 students, including 26 males and 35 females, collapsed during the parade. They were promptly attended to by the on-site medical team, with one student referred to Fafraha Community Clinic for further medical attention.
The awards ceremony recognized outstanding performances in various categories, such as the best performance in the 2023 BECE, best schools in the 2023 BECE, and best sanitation practices. Both public and private school learners were acknowledged for their excellence in the 2023 WAEC examinations.
All participating schools in the parade were also awarded, with Fafraha Community SHS being adjudged the overall best-performing school of the day.