14-Year-Old SHS Boy Who Aspires to be a Member of Parliament in Future: "Incoming MP"

14-Year-Old SHS Boy Who Aspires to be a Member of Parliament in Future: "Incoming MP"

  • A first-year student at the Saltpond Methodist Senior High School has shared his future aspirations
  • In a video, the young boy said he wished to become a Member of Parliament in the Republic of Ghana
  • For this reason, the boy promised to take his studies seriously and complete his secondary education having passed with flying colours

Francis Taylor, a 14-year-old student at the Saltpond Methodist Senior High School (MEHISCO)) has shared a sneak peek of his future ambitions.

The young man, a first-year student at MEHISCO, said he aspires to become a Member of Parliament (MP) in the future.

Francis Taylor, SHS boy, orphan, Member of Parliament, Mfantsipim constituency, Saltpond Methodist Senior High School
Francis Taylor, a 14-year-old SHS boy aspires to be a Member of Parliament. Photo credit: Suleiman Dadzie & UGC.
Source: UGC

Speaking to an alum of the school, Suleman Dadzie, an educationist and counsellor, Francis Taylor, a General Arts student, suggested he choose the programme to learn more about governance and politics.

When asked which constituency he would like to represent, Francis Taylor suggested that because he hailed from Saltpond, he would like to contest the Mfantsiman seat when the time comes.

Read also

64-year-old man works as a construction labourer to support his family

The SHS boy also advised his fellow first-year students to be admitted to MEHISCO.

"They should study hard so that they can achieve their goals. As for me, I'm not coming here to play. I will make sure that I will achieve what I achieve here and leave here with a better certificate," he said.

The young boy, who looked a bit diminutive, said his experience at MEHISCO had been great so far, with his classmates and seniors treating him well.

Francis Taylor gained admission into MEHISCO this year after passing his Basic Education Certificate Examinations (BECE) at the Feteh Kakraba SDA Junior High School.

Speaking to YEN.com.gh, Suleman Dadzie stated that Francis Taylor is an orphan who was cared for by a well wisher after his parents died.

Francis Taylor's confidence impresses netizens

After Suleman Dadzie shared the video of his interaction with Francis Taylor, netizens were in awe of his confidence, as they showered kind words on him in the comment section.

Read also

Ghanaian man opens up about his work as a male midwife: "I have delivered a lot of babies"

@Pink Lady said:

"Ooooooo my son big dreams may SOVEREIGN GOD locate you in all your ways Amen Amen amem."

@mazerk10 also said:

"Waooow may Allah be with him."

@sexylouisa31 wrote:

"God's ear direct go higher dear God be with you Amen Amen Amen."

A 5-year-old girl aspires to be a doctor

Meanwhile, YEN.com.gh reported that a five-year-old Ghanaian girl was strongly interested in the medical profession.

The little girl, famously known as Adjoa Lil Doc, said in a recent interview that she aspired to become a medical doctor.

Adjoa Lil Doc told the BBC she wanted to become a doctor, which aligns with her passion for saving lives.

Proofread by Samuel Gitonga, Copy Editor at YEN.com.gh

New feature: Сheck out news that is picked for YOU ➡️ click on “Recommended for you” and enjoy!

Source: YEN.com.gh

Authors:
Salifu Bagulube Moro avatar

Salifu Bagulube Moro (Human-Interest Editor) Salifu Bagulube Moro is a Human Interest Editor at YEN.com.gh. He has over five years of experience in journalism. He graduated from the Ghana Institute of Journalism in 2018, where he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies with a specialization in Journalism. Salifu previously worked with Opera News as a Content Management Systems (CMS) Editor. He also worked as an Online Reporter for the Ghanatalksbusiness.com news portal, as well as with the Graphic Communications Group Limited as a National Service Person. Salifu joined YEN.com.gh in 2024. Email: salifu.moro@yen.com.gh.