On Friday, September 25, 2026, Suame Methodist Junior High School marked its 120th anniversary with a ceremony that underscored the need to upgrade its STEM education infrastructure. Head Teacher George Tiako spoke on the school’s premises, noting that while the campus has ample space for science labs, the lack of computers remains a critical gap.
"When I took over as the headmaster, I realised there were some gaps. The school has a lot of facilities; they have the space for STEM, but there were only two computers in there which didn’t look like a modern computer lab," Tiako said, echoing a long‑standing concern among alumni and parents.
The celebration, themed “120 Years of Quality Education: Sustaining the Legacy Through Innovation, Excellence and Godly Values,” also highlighted recent efforts to improve the situation. Alumni donations have added 20 desks and 40 chairs, and a GH¢10,000 contribution brought two additional computers. Yet Tiako stressed that further support is essential to fully equip the STEM facility.
In addition to physical upgrades, the school has introduced a digital system that allows parents to view their children’s academic reports online, eliminating the need for hard copies. Tiako said his vision is to make Suame Methodist JHS “the hub of education in the municipality.”
The anniversary drew Methodist Church leaders, education authorities, traditional chiefs, parents, teachers and former pupils. Bishop Jeremiah Morison of the Kumasi North Diocesan emphasized that innovation must be paired with moral values, urging parents to engage more actively in PTA meetings.
Suame Municipal Director of Education Clinton Henaka Budu praised the school’s legacy, noting that alumni such as former Prime Minister Kofi Abrefa Busia, Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempreh, Daddy Lumba and Dr. Sampson Antwi have all benefited from its education. Budu called for collective action to leave the school in better condition, particularly for STEM facilities, and highlighted the need for government support for major projects.
Alumni and supporters also voiced concerns about the school’s physical appearance. Ashanti Regional NDC organiser Isham Alhassan pledged GH¢5,000 for renovation and plans to secure cement for repairs. Evangelist Michael Adu Poku announced a donation of two computers and urged parents to invest in books and learning materials.
The 120th anniversary has become a rallying point for stakeholders to equip Suame Methodist JHS for the demands of modern education while preserving its academic excellence and moral values.
