Africa-Press – Liberia. The Bong County Technical College (BCTC) has undergone a sweeping transformation since the appointment of Dr. Alfredson W. Taikerweyah Sr. as its president in March 2024, with the institution recording significant growth in academic standards, infrastructure, enrollment, and administrative efficiency.
Dr. Taikerweyah took over at a time when the college was struggling with low enrollment, limited resources, and poor facilities. However, in just over a year, he has introduced major reforms that have placed BCTC on a new trajectory of growth and revitalization.
Since March 2024, student enrollment at the college has increased from 600 to 1,331 — more than doubling in a short period. The college also recorded its highest turnout for placement exams in its history, with 1,095 candidates sitting the test this semester. This surge is credited to increased public confidence in the college under Dr. Taikerweyah’s leadership.
One of the most significant academic accomplishments was the accreditation of the college’s nursing program by the Liberia Board of Nursing and Midwifery. The move not only lends legitimacy to the program but also allows graduates to be recognized for employment and further studies nationally and internationally.
Infrastructure development has been a key focus of Dr. Taikerweyah’s administration. The college has completed the first floor of its main building, finished the long-awaited assembly hall, and constructed a modern parking area for vehicles and motorcycles.
For the first time since BCTC was founded, the office of the president was completed and furnished, ending the long-standing practice of college presidents operating from borrowed departmental spaces.
Additionally, a fully furnished Student Center has been established, equipped with televisions, air conditioning, seating, and a public address system. The facility has become a central hub for student activities and academic engagement.
To improve learning and operational efficiency, the college now provides free Wi-Fi across the campus. Students and staff have also gained access to a new printing machine — the first of its kind for the institution — easing financial and logistical burdens related to printing and photocopying academic materials.
All administrative offices, both junior and senior, are now fully air-conditioned — a notable improvement in staff welfare and working conditions.
In support of practical education, Dr. Taikerweyah led the purchase of 100 acres of farmland for the Agriculture Department. The land is expected to be used for training, research, and income-generating activities, with the goal of making BCTC a leader in agricultural education and innovation.
The rapid transformation of the college has drawn praise from across Bong County. Students have expressed satisfaction with improved facilities and services, while faculty and staff have commended the administration’s commitment to accountability and results.
Community members have also welcomed the college’s progress, saying the changes are helping position BCTC as a flagship institution for technical education in Liberia.
Dr. Taikerweyah has stated that while much progress has been made, more work lies ahead. Plans are underway to expand academic programs, build additional halls and dormitories, and pursue partnerships with international institutions.
He has emphasized the importance of continued investment in digital learning platforms and faculty development, pledging to maintain transparency and stakeholder engagement as the college continues to grow.
With limited resources but strong leadership, the Bong County Technical College has become an example of what targeted, practical reforms can achieve in Liberia’s higher education sector.
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