Karaga MP Highlights Major Education Investments Across Northern Region Amid Public Debate

By Ebenezer Adu-Gyamfi & Emmanuel Ayiku | GhanaianNewsCanada | Karaga, Ghana | July 10,2026

Former Finance Minister and Member of Parliament for Karaga, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has outlined what he describes as one of the most extensive personal investments in education in the Northern Region, saying empowering young people through quality learning remains the surest path to long-term development.

The lawmaker detailed a series of completed and ongoing educational projects across the region, arguing that while infrastructure and religious institutions are important, education remains the foundation upon which communities can build lasting economic and social progress.

His remarks come in the wake of public discussion surrounding the recent commissioning of the 6,000-capacity Masjid Al-Noor (The Light) Mosque in Tamale, a landmark project that has generated both praise and criticism. While many have applauded the initiative as a significant contribution to religious and community life, others questioned whether similar resources could have been directed toward employment creation and economic development.

Education at the Heart of Development

Responding to the debate, Dr. Amin Adam maintained that his record demonstrates a sustained commitment to education that extends well beyond his parliamentary constituency.

Among the projects he highlighted are modern classroom blocks constructed for the Northern School of Business (NOBISCO) and Tamale Senior High School (TAMASCO)—two institutions that played a significant role in his own academic journey.

He also pointed to the establishment of the Karaga STEM College of Education, a government-supported initiative intended to produce science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) educators. Although the project has stalled because of funding constraints, he said it remains one of his priorities and has the potential to become Ghana’s first dedicated STEM College of Education once completed.

Additional investments include classroom facilities for Markaziyya Islamic School in Zogbeli, a dormitory block for the Ambariyya Islamic Institute in Tamale, classroom infrastructure for Pishigu Senior High School, and support for the Nyong Technical Institute, which he said was developed through partnerships with private companies rather than direct government funding.

Scholarships Opening Doors for Young People

Beyond infrastructure, Dr. Amin Adam highlighted scholarship initiatives that have supported students from Karaga, Aboabo, Zogbeli and even journalists pursuing further education in Tamale.

According to him, investing in education is not limited to constructing buildings but also ensuring that talented young people receive the financial support needed to complete their studies and contribute meaningfully to national development.

Building Character Alongside Classrooms

The Karaga MP also expressed concern about what he described as the gradual erosion of moral values among some young people.

He argued that educational development should go hand in hand with character formation, stressing that schools, families and religious institutions all have important roles to play in nurturing responsible citizens.

According to him, investing in the younger generation today will help build stronger communities tomorrow by producing disciplined, ethical and productive future leaders.

Mixed Public Reactions

The MP’s remarks have generated renewed discussion about the balance between investments in education, religious infrastructure and broader economic development.

Supporters argue that his educational projects demonstrate a long-term vision that prioritises human capital development, while critics continue to call for greater emphasis on employment opportunities and industrial growth alongside social infrastructure.

The discussion reflects a broader national conversation about how public figures and community leaders can best allocate resources to meet the diverse needs of their constituents.

Education as a Long-Term Investment

For many development experts, investment in education remains one of the most effective tools for reducing poverty, expanding opportunities and stimulating economic growth.

As Ghana continues to prioritise skills development and STEM education, initiatives such as new classrooms, scholarship programmes and technical training institutions are increasingly viewed as strategic investments in the country’s future workforce.

Whether through modern school infrastructure or financial support for students, the conversation sparked by Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam’s educational initiatives underscores a growing recognition that sustainable national development begins in the classroom.