† March 2, 2024

Mr Paul A. Asikisimi, a native of Doninga and one of the most popular teachers in Buluk, was buried in his native town, Doninga, after a solemn ceremony at the Sandema Catholic Church.
Affectionately called Mr Asik, he had a decades-long teaching career, including his role as a geography teacher at Navrongo Secondary School in the 1980s and as headmaster of Sandema (now Azantilow) Secondary Technical School.
In the words of one of his former students, Caesar Apentiik (PhD, Director, African Studies Program, and Professor, Global Development Studies at the University of Calgary, Canada),

” Mr Paul Asikisimi transcended the role of a mere teacher; he was a guiding luminary for countless generations of students. His fervour for education radiated through every lesson he imparted, … His classroom was not just a place of learning but a sanctuary where curiosity blossomed, and aspirations soared … As a mentor, Mr. Paul Asikisim surpassed expectations, extending unwavering guidance, support, and inspiration to innumerable individuals … He epitomized incorruptible character, his moral compass resolutely uncompromising, amid even the fiercest storms of adversity. He stood steadfast in his principles, never swaying for personal gain, his integrity serving as a beacon of righteousness to all who had the privilege of knowing him…. In the realm of wisdom that he generously shared with his students, there lies a gem of profound significance – the coined phrase “we will settle it the Bulsa way.”
While this phrase has been subject to various interpretations, its essence, as Mr. Asik himself revealed in our conversations 2 years ago, epitomizes transparency, honesty, and courage. Mr Asikisimi, in his unparalleled wisdom, breathed life into this phrase, infusing it with the very essence of his character. Through his words, he imparted a timeless lesson in integrity, authenticity, and fearlessness. Mr Asik urged us to follow the “Bulsa way” by facing challenges with honesty, transparency, and integrity.”