Lydia Alhassan provides free transport for UG level 100 students

Lydia Seyram Alhassan, the Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon, has recently initiated a free transport service for University of Ghana (UG) students returning home after their semester.

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The service was specifically aimed at assisting level 100 students, easing their journey to various cities including Kumasi, Sunyani, Koforidua, and Tamale. To facilitate this, five buses were deployed to transport the students.

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Explaining her motivation behind the initiative, Lydia Alhassan indicated that this gesture was a reflection of her commitment to supporting students, whom she observed often struggle with logistical challenges at the semester’s end.

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The MP personally met with the students to see them off, providing not only transportation but also snacks for their journey.

During this interaction, she encouraged them to take the vacation period to relax and recharge in preparation for the upcoming academic challenges.

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While addressing the media, affectionately known as Maa Lydia by her constituents and the students, she responded to potential critiques about her motives.

She clarified that her actions were not driven by a desire to garner votes but were instead genuine efforts to alleviate the hardships faced by the students.

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This move by Lydia Alhassan highlights a significant gesture of community support and engagement, aiming to make a positive impact on the lives of young academics in her constituency.

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