- 71-year-old Kwesi Baiden sits for BECE exams at Ahafoman Senior High School
- He dropped out of school at JHS 2 due to financial difficulties and is now pursuing his education
- Baiden aims to acquire vocational skills and possibly continue to tertiary education
71-year-old Kwesi Baiden is currently sitting for the 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) at the Ahafoman Senior High School examination center ‘B’ in Goaso, Ahafo region.
Despite facing financial difficulties in his early years, which prevented him from attending basic school and obtaining a certificate, Mr. Baiden has refused to let age hinder his pursuit of education. He initially attended Mozama D/A School in the Central Region but had to drop out at Junior High School (JHS) 2 due to financial issues. The COVID-19 pandemic also thwarted his plans to resume his education the following year.
Undeterred, Mr. Baiden has now decided to pursue his education, recognizing its importance. He aims to acquire vocational skills in Senior High School (SHS) and possibly continue to the tertiary level.
In an interview, the determined father of four revealed that pursuing formal education at his age is not to secure a corporate job, as he has already passed retirement age. However, Mr. Baiden is confident that his talent and newly acquired knowledge will open new opportunities for him.
“I want to show that it’s never too late to pursue your educational dreams,” Mr. Baiden said. His determination and perseverance serve as an inspiration to many, demonstrating that age is not a barrier to achieving one’s goals.
