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  • Wednesday, 16 October 2024
SMC Chairman Threatens to Leave SLMB Mission Over Neglect of School in Senehun Massaquoi

SMC Chairman Threatens to Leave SLMB Mission Over Neglect of School in Senehun Massaquoi

The Chairman of the School Management Committee (SMC) for the Sierra Leone Muslim Brotherhood Primary School in Senehun Massaquoi, Pujehun District, Musa Kombay, has expressed deep frustration over the neglect of the school by the Sierra Leone Muslim Brotherhood (SLMB) mission. He has threatened to remove the SLMB's name from the school if their support does not improve.

 

Kombay accused the SLMB mission of abandoning the school for more than a decade, providing only empty promises without taking any meaningful action. He specifically criticized Mohamed Jakema, the mission's manager, for failing to deliver on commitments made to the school.

 

“We regret choosing the SLMB mission. Every time issues arise, they offer only lip service instead of real solutions,” Kombay stated, highlighting the serious challenges the school faces.

 

The school suffers from a lack of adequate seating, water facilities, and sanitation. There is only one underpaid teacher trying to provide education to the students.

 

Head Teacher Jonathan Meizeger expressed concern over the deteriorating conditions. Despite efforts to engage the Ministry of Education, no assistance has materialized, leaving students in a difficult situation.

 

Local youth leader Lawrence Swaray called the situation "appalling" and urged the Ministry of Education to step in. He warned that the community might have to seek help from other organizations if the SLMB mission continues to ignore their needs.

 

Alpha Kamara, Chairman of the Community Teachers Association, described the shortage of teachers as a major issue. The problem has been reported to the Teaching Service Commission, but there has been no progress in securing additional staff.

 

The school's physical structure is also in disrepair, creating an urgent need for government and humanitarian support. A student, Zubaru Massaquoi, shared the difficulties of attending classes under a leaking roof, which was damaged during the rainy season.

 

The community is waiting for action from the authorities, but without immediate intervention, the future of the Sierra Leone Muslim Brotherhood Primary School remains uncertain. Both students and teachers are in desperate need of support to continue their educational journey.

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