Mion MP Launches GH¢400,000 Education Fund to Support Needy Students
The Member of Parliament for Mion Constituency in the Northern Region, Alhaji Misbawu Adam Mahama, has launched a GH¢400,000 educational fund to support brilliant but financially challenged students in his constituency.
The Zaabuni Educational Endowment Fund, officially launched on Sunday in Sang, the district capital of Mion, is set to run over the next four years, providing financial assistance to students pursuing tertiary education at institutions across the country.
At the launch event, Alhaji Mahama explained that the fund aims to tackle the growing problem of school dropouts in the area, especially among students who qualify for higher education but lack the means to continue.
As part of the launch, 100 students each received GH¢1,000 to help cover their school fees—marking the first time such an initiative has been introduced in the district since its creation in 2012.
The MP expressed confidence that the fund would ease the financial burden on many families in the constituency, especially those who struggle to support their children’s education.
He added that the fund would continue to offer scholarships to more students in Mion and surrounding communities, creating opportunities for young people to pursue their dreams and contribute meaningfully to society.
Reflecting on his journey, Alhaji Mahama shared that when he first considered contesting the Mion parliamentary seat, research revealed a troubling number of school-age children, both girls and boys, staying at home because their families couldn’t afford tuition.
“I made a personal commitment to set up an education fund if I was elected,” he said. “I named it Zaabuni, which means everyone’s property—because I believe education is a right, not a privilege.”
“Today, as MP, I’m keeping that promise. The Zaabuni Fund is here to give vulnerable children a second chance—to go back to school, work hard, and one day return to serve the constituency that raised them.”
He emphasized that education is the foundation of any thriving society, and a powerful tool for breaking the cycle of poverty and unlocking a brighter future for individuals and communities alike.
Speaking at the event, Sakpe-Naa Alabira Ibrahim, Chief of Sakpe, described the initiative as timely and impactful.
“This fund is a lifeline,” he said. “It brings hope to families who are struggling and relieves parents of the pressure of school fees. It ensures that no child is left behind because of poverty.”
He also encouraged parents to pray for the good health of the MP, so he can continue leading more development projects in the area.
