Deputy Education Minister to champion inclusion of Buli language in curriculum

The Deputy Minister of Education and Member of Parliament for Builsa South Constituency has pledged to ensure that the Buli language is formally integrated into Ghana’s educational curriculum.

Speaking during the climax of the 2025 FEOK Festival, the Deputy Minister assured traditional authorities and the residents that his commitment to the language’s inclusion will be remembered as part of his legacy.

“I’ll leave a legacy behind to remember me as the one who got the Buli language into the educational curriculum,” he declared, emphasizing the cultural and educational significance of preserving indigenous languages.

Dr. Apaak emphasized that language is the bedrock of culture and cognitive development. He noted that while several Ghanaian languages are already taught and examined at various levels, Buli has yet to be fully integrated into the Ghana Education Service (GES) curricula.

The inclusion of the Buli language in schools is seen as a significant step towards empowering local communities and enhancing the educational experience of students.

The Deputy Minister noted that this initiative would not only benefit the Builsa people but also contribute to the broader goals of promoting multilingualism in Ghana’s education system.

Dr. Apaak emphasized that this initiative is not only about cultural preservation but also about improving literacy and learning outcomes. “Children learn best in the language they understand,” he said. “By anchoring education in Buli, we are not turning back—we are building forward on the bedrock of who we are.”

The MP added that he is committed to securing employment for all qualified Builsa teachers to resolve the area’s teacher deficit.