Governor Pariwa opens new teacher’s house at Ramu Valley Academy
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At a glance
- Madang Governor Ramsey Pariwa defended his government's support for Ramu Valley Academy (RVA).
- Pariwa stated he will continue to support the private institution as it enrolls students from Madang province.
- The provincial government funded a new K50,000 teacher's house at the academy.
Madang Governor Ramsey Pariwa has publicly defended his provincial government's financial support for Ramu Valley Academy (RVA), a private educational institution. Pariwa dismissed criticisms regarding the government's backing of RVA, which is located within the New Tribes Mission grounds near Alexishafen.
"I will still support Ramu Valley Academy because it is enrolling my students from Madang," Pariwa declared during a recent ceremony. He emphasized the academy's role in educating students from the province as the primary reason for continued government assistance.
The ceremony marked the official opening of a new teacher's house at the academy. The Provincial Government funded the construction of this facility at a cost of K50,000. This investment underscores the government's commitment to improving the educational infrastructure at RVA.
Pariwa's remarks indicate a strong stance in favor of supporting local educational initiatives, particularly those that directly benefit students from Madang province. The governor's defense suggests a belief that such private institutions play a vital role in the region's educational landscape.
I will still support Ramu Valley Academy because it is enrolling my students from Madang.
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