The Eastern Regional Minister, Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, has officially broken ground for the renovation of the Aburi Girls’ deteriorated tower and the beautification of the Administration Block. The event, held on Friday, 21st March 2025, coincided with the launch of the Aburi Old Girls Association (AOGA) 2000 Legacy Project.
Mrs. Awatey commended AOGA 2000 for leading the project and emphasized the critical role of alumni in sustaining educational institutions. She described the school tower as a symbol of Aburi Girls’ legacy, holding cherished memories for generations of students. She urged current students to uphold the school’s values of excellence, discipline, and resilience. She also underscored the government’s dedication to strengthening educational infrastructure and called for continuous collaboration between alumni, school authorities, and key stakeholders. She encouraged students to take inspiration from past students’ contributions, reminding them of their role in shaping the school’s future.
The minister broke ground in a sod-cutting ceremony, marking the official commencement of renovation works. The school tower, which had fallen into disrepair, will undergo structural restoration, while the administration block will receive beautification to enhance its appearance.
The AOGA 2000 Legacy Project, a testament to alumni commitment, seeks to restore and improve key facilities, ensuring a well-maintained learning environment for future generations while strengthening the bond between alumni and their alma mater.
The Aburi Girls’ Senior High School tower is one of the most recognizable features on campus. The school tower was built alongside the administration block to enhance the landscape and architectural uniqueness of the school. It was later repurposed as a water reservoir, supplying the administration and teachers’ residences in the adjoining building. The tower also housed the famous “Catholic-style” school bell.
After 78 years of construction and fully serving its purpose, the school tower now poses a structural risk to the administration building and the student body. Beyond structural damage, its paint has faded, highlighting the need for general beautification to ensure it remains a symbol of the school’s excellence.
The renovations, when completed, will promote academic excellence by recognizing and rewarding outstanding achievements during the 2025 Speech and Prize-Giving Day.
The project also aims to preserve and enhance the beauty of the school tower, a symbol of heritage and pride, while creating a conducive and functional administrative environment to improve the efficiency of school operations.