Dr. Taikerweyah encouraged students to remain focused on their education and honor the sacrifices of their families.
Gbarnga – Dr. Alfredson W. Taikerweyah Sr., the newly appointed President of Bong County Technical College (BCTC), has unveiled ambitious plans to transform the institution into one of Liberia’s leading rural academic centers.
By Franklin Doloquee | [email protected]
Less than six months into his administration, visible improvements are already underway on the BCTC campus. Speaking at a student assembly on Wednesday, April sixteenth, Dr. Taikerweyah said the college’s ongoing transformation is being supported by the Bong County Legislative Caucus, with funding from the Government of Liberia.
“We are committed to making BCTC a premier rural institution,” Dr. Taikerweyah said. “With support from the caucus and the government, we can create a college that produces future leaders, innovators, and professionals.”
A native of Bong County, Dr. Taikerweyah encouraged students to remain focused on their education and honor the sacrifices of their families. He described education as the most effective tool for overcoming poverty and called on students to develop a vision for changing their personal and family circumstances.
“Focus gives you direction. Knowing your purpose will guide you toward success and allow you to lift your family,” he told the students.
Dr. Taikerweyah also praised the strong working relationship between his administration and college staff, crediting the Bong County Caucus for its consistent support of BCTC’s growth and vision.
Among the current challenges, he highlighted the need for more academic materials. Plans are already in motion to expand the reading room and upgrade it to one of the best-equipped facilities in rural Liberia. He further disclosed that the college is working to install air conditioning in classrooms and improve other on-campus amenities.
The president clarified that while students are required to pay registration fees, their tuition is fully covered by the central government. The registration fees, he said, help compensate instructors who are not yet on the government payroll.
A FrontPage Africa reporter who toured the campus observed that BCTC boasts one of the most advanced science laboratories among rural institutions in the country.
As one of Liberia’s fastest-growing community colleges, BCTC now attracts students from across Grand Gedeh, Nimba, Lofa, Margibi, and Bomi Counties. The institution currently offers programs in Nursing, Education, Agriculture, Information Technology, and Engineering.
Dr. Taikerweyah also revealed plans to elevate the college’s Information Technology Department to international standards. He said the move is aimed at boosting students’ digital literacy and preparing them for careers in an increasingly tech-driven world.
