The 24th edition of the National Guidance Counselling Day has been celebrated at Government High School Obala in the Centre Region this October 16, 2026.
The event was presided over by the Minister of Secondary Education, Prof. Nalova Lyonga, under the theme “Educational and Vocational Guidance in Secondary Education, a Cornerstone for Local Development.”
The Minister called on guidance counsellors to remain accessible to students and understand their needs to help them make informed academic and career choices. She also stressed the importance of agriculture to national development and urged learners to make informed decisions in an era of artificial intelligence and widespread access to information.
Students presented several performances, including a drama on guidance counselling that captured the attention of the Minister and other personalities.
The Mayor of Obala also highlighted the school’s contribution to national leadership, citing prominent Cameroonians who had studied at the institution.
The celebration underscores the importance of guidance counselling in helping students identify their potential, make informed career choices and develop skills that contribute to national and local development.
Egoh Yvonne (Intern)
