Njala University Proposes New Pujehun District Campus
A delegation from Njala University has held high-level discussions with the local committee spearheading the establishment of a new campus in Pujehun District, marking a key milestone in bringing tertiary education closer to local residents.
The engagement commenced at the Pujehun Youth for Development Office and concluded at the residence of Paramount Chief Andrew Ibrahim Jaiah Kaikai of Kpanga Chiefdom in Pujehun Town. The session brought together committee members, Pujehun District Council Chairman Foday Kandeh Rogers, civil society organizations, the Women of Wanjama, and key educational stakeholders.
Speaking on behalf of the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSEE), Assistant Deputy Director Thomas W. Abu noted that the meeting enabled the delegation and local leaders to outline the vision, requirements, and key steps required to establish a permanent university presence in the district.
Bambai Thomas Charles, Assistant Registrar of the Community Relations Unit at Njala University, stressed that strong collaboration between the university, local authorities, and community stakeholders will be critical to realizing the project.
Reaffirming the committee's commitment, member Joseph E.V. Moore welcomed the initiative, emphasizing that a local Njala University campus would substantially enhance human capital development by providing residents with direct access to higher education.
Pujehun District Council Chairman Foday Kandeh Rogers expressed optimism regarding the campus's potential to offer specialized programs in teacher training, agricultural education, and community development tailored to the needs of Pujehun District and the broader Southern Province.
As part of the engagement, the delegation conducted site visits to assess potential campus locations at both the Pujehun Technical College and the Community Education Center.
If successfully established, the campus is expected to improve access to higher education, reduce travel distances for students, and serve as a catalyst for regional socio-economic growth.
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