The Minister for Education, Heritage and Arts, Aseri Radrodro, has expressed significant concern regarding an incomplete building at Nabua Secondary School, highlighting the potential occupational health and safety risks this poses. In light of a recent fire incident at John Wesley College, Radrodro emphasizes the need to address similar concerns at other schools in Fiji.
The construction of the building at Nabua Secondary School was stalled due to a change in management. The Ministry plans to work closely with the school’s board and the new management to expedite the completion of the necessary construction. Radrodro stated, “The initial information that we got in Nabua is there are some issues regarding the building that was constructed by the previous management and it was left incomplete. So, that is something that we’re pursuing with the new management to see how best they can complete it, and if they need assistance from the government, they can request through the Ministry of Education.”
Furthermore, Radrodro reassured that examinations at John Wesley College will proceed as scheduled. He confirmed that the Head of School has assured that normal operations would continue, despite adjustments that may need to be made to internal examinations based on further discussions.
This proactive response from the Minister demonstrates a commitment to improving school infrastructure and ensuring the safety of students, which bodes well for the future of education in Fiji.
In summary, the Ministry is taking steps to resolve building safety issues at Nabua Secondary School while ensuring that educational activities at John Wesley College remain uninterrupted. This focus on swift action and collaboration among educational authorities is a positive sign for the commitment to enhancing safety and educational standards in the region.
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