The support has enabled David, who lost both legs through electrocution, to enrol at the Wa Technical Institute (WaTech) to study computer hardware, after initially being placed at T. I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School in Wa.

Alhaji Adamu, who is also the Upper West Regional Coordinator of the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) programme, said his intervention came at a critical time when David was considering ending his education after Junior High School because of the challenges associated with navigating school life with his disability.

As part of the support, Alhaji Adamu secured David’s admission to WaTech, refurbished his wheelchair and purchased his prospectuses. He also assured him of continued support throughout his stay at the institution.

David reported to school on Monday, October 19, 2026, to begin a new chapter in his educational journey.

The intervention highlights the importance of collective support, inclusive education policies and institutional commitment in ensuring that disability does not become a barrier to educational opportunities.

It also aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4, which seeks to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all by 2030.

Target 4.5 of the goal calls for the elimination of disparities in education and equal access to all levels of education and vocational training for vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities.

Alhaji Adamu said he first learnt about David’s condition through media reports and visited him at the hospital. He said monitoring activities during the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) provided another opportunity for him to meet David while he was writing the examination.

He said he was impressed by David’s determination to continue his education despite the challenges he had faced and promised to support him to the next level, provided he passed the examination.

According to him, David had initially opted to learn a trade in the smock industry rather than proceed to senior high school but later agreed to continue his education following persistent encouragement.

Alhaji Adamu emphasised the need for stakeholders, particularly the government and development partners, to pay greater attention to the needs of students with disabilities, including the provision of accessible and disability-friendly educational infrastructure.

Mr Stephen Nuornon, David’s former teacher, said the incident occurred on a Sunday morning in December 2023 when David was going to prepare a classroom for church services.

He explained that David was carrying a long aluminium bar to the classroom, where the church service was held, when it accidentally came into contact with a high-tension electricity wire along the road, resulting in severe injuries.

David was initially rushed to the Dotimon Health Centre but was later referred to the Upper West Regional Hospital, where both legs were amputated.

As part of efforts to support his education, WaTech waived 18 items on the prospectus list for his admission and assured him of additional assistance to meet needs arising from his physical condition.

Mr Adams Saaka, Principal of WaTech, said the decision to waive the items reflected the institution’s commitment to promoting inclusive technical and vocational education.

He explained that the institution had also admitted other students with disabilities as part of its efforts to ensure that technical and vocational training was accessible to all.

Mr Donyi Tanye, David’s uncle, expressed gratitude to Alhaji Adamu, saying the assistance had eased the financial burden on the family and enabled them to cater for the needs of David’s brother, who had also gained admission to the same institution.

He prayed for God’s blessings on the benefactor and encouraged him to continue supporting vulnerable people who needed assistance to rebuild their lives.

David also expressed appreciation to Alhaji Adamu for helping him return to school, saying he had initially decided not to pursue further education because of the difficulties he faced.

The intervention underscores the importance of sustained support from individuals, educational institutions and government in creating opportunities for persons with disabilities to acquire skills, pursue their aspirations and participate meaningfully in society.