A major infrastructure renewal project has begun at Bishop Herman College as part of preparations toward its 75th anniversary, with key campus facilities set for extensive rehabilitation and expansion.
The Interim National Executive Committee of the Bishop Herman Old Boys Union, working with the Board of Governors and school authorities, announced that site has been officially handed over to a contractor to commence work on critical structures within the college.
The handover ceremony, held on May 14, brought together the Municipal Chief Executive, the Member of Parliament, consultants and the Headmaster, marking the start of what is described as a significant intervention to transform the school’s physical environment.
The project will focus on four major facilities central to academic and student life. These include the Father Priems Hall complex, the Science Block, the Agricultural Science Block and the Dining Hall, which is set to undergo major expansion to accommodate the growing student population.
According to the statement, the contractor has been given a 14 day period to mobilise equipment and personnel, with construction works expected to begin immediately after.
The development follows months of engagement by the Old Boys leadership with government authorities, including the Ministers of Education and Sports, to address infrastructure challenges facing the school.
The Union noted that internal technical expertise also played a key role in securing the project, particularly contributions from the BHOBU Transformation Group and the Projects and Infrastructure Committee.
Meanwhile, work is already underway on the construction and paving of internal road networks on campus, with heavy machinery currently on site. The road project is expected to address long standing concerns over dust and erosion while improving movement across the school.
These developments come shortly after the completion of a new ultramodern main gate complex funded by the North America chapter of the Old Boys Union.
Together, the projects mark a significant phase in the transformation of Bishop Herman College as it prepares to celebrate 75 years of existence in 2027.
The Union expressed gratitude to government officials, consultants and members of the school community for their support, reaffirming its commitment to improving infrastructure to enhance teaching and learning.
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