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The Member of Parliament for Ketu North, Mr. Eric Edem Agbana, has expressed his willingness to collaborate with individuals, businesses, and NGOs to implement aggressive STEM programmes in the constituency.
Speaking on the occasion of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, celebrated annually on February 11, Mr. Agbana highlighted the urgent need to bridge the gender gap in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education.
"I have been reflecting deeply on the lack of opportunities and limited access to STEM education for many young girls in my beloved Ketu North constituency. The reality is stark, and the gap is undeniable," he stated.
Mr. Agbana emphasised his commitment to expanding access to STEM education, ensuring that more young girls were equipped with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to pursue careers in science and technology.
Through initiatives such as the 'Computer for All Schools Project' and the 'Edem Agbana Scholarship Scheme', the MP and his team are taking concrete steps to bridge this gap.
He noted that on Saturday, February 15, 141 young women will be among 280 beneficiaries of the 'Edem Agbana Scholarship Scheme'. However, he expressed concern that only a small number of them were enrolled in STEM-related programmes.
"There is still so much more to do. The challenge before us may seem daunting, but leadership is about rising to the occasion and providing solutions where others see obstacles," he remarked.
Reaffirming his openness to partnerships, Mr. Agbana invited individuals, companies, and NGOs to work with him in promoting STEM education in Ketu North.
"I am very open to partnering with individuals, companies, and NGOs to run aggressive STEM programmes in Ketu North," he declared.
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is an annual observance adopted by the United Nations General Assembly to promote equal access and participation of women in STEM fields.
It seeks to empower young girls and women to pursue careers in science, breaking barriers that have historically limited their involvement.
With Mr. Agbana's dedication and call for collaboration, Ketu North is poised to make significant strides in STEM education narticularly for young girls.
