The Presbyterian Nursing Training College in Bawku has reassured its students. Measures are being taken to resume operations. The college was shut down for security reasons on November 21, 2024.
During an interview with Citi News on April 8, 2025, Rev. James K. Awuni, the Chairman of the Upper Presbyterian Board, shared an update. He said that the official handling of the matter is now with the Upper East Regional Minister. It has also been passed to the Police Commander. They are expected to reach a decision soon.
Rev. Awuni stressed the urgent need to reopen, as it poses significant security concerns.
The declaration comes after students peacefully protested in Bawku on April 7, 2025. They took to the streets to demand the school’s reopening. They voiced their concerns about the extended closure negatively affecting their academic advancement and emotional state.
Rev. Awuni emphasized that the Board had officially requested the Regional Security Council (REGSEC) to evaluate the present circumstances. They asked them to offer suggestions for moving forward.
“Because of the security issues in Bawku, we applied to the regional minister, who is the chairman of the regional security council, that we want to open the school, but due to the current tension in the town, we do not know what to do,” he explained.
Additionally, he mentioned they had informed him of their plans. They intend to bring the matter to the attention of the regional police commander. They have promised to finalize the security intelligence soon. They will advise us on how to proceed. We will receive a positive response from them soon regarding our next steps.
