Author: Amos Famouz

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) to launch an immediate probe into the operations of the National Service Authority (NSA) under the previous government. This follows the shocking discovery of 81,885 suspected ghost names on the Authority’s payroll.SEE ALSO: Sam George Plans to Reduce Data Costs in GhanaThe fraudulent names were uncovered during a head count of active National Service personnel, a move initiated by the Minister for Finance as part of efforts to clear allowance arrears dating back to August 2024. According to the statement signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister for Government Communications, “The…

The Minister of Communications, Samuel Nartey George, has announced plans to set up a special committee to tackle the high cost of mobile data in Ghana. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, he said the inter-ministerial committee will be formed within 14 days to study the issue and find solutions. “Yesterday, I met the director and management of the ministry, and I’ve given them the running order. Hopefully, within the next 14 days, we’ll be setting up an inter-ministerial committee to look at the cost of data,” he said. Sam George promised that before the end of the year, Ghanaians will…

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released an important update on the withheld results of some candidates who sat for the 2024 WASSCE for School Candidates. This follows investigations into various cases of examination malpractice recorded during the exams. Why Were Some Results Withheld?WAEC reported several irregularities, including:Bringing foreign materials into the examination hall.Snapping and posting questions on social media.Sharing photocopied responses among candidates.Some invigilators assisting candidates.Possession of mobile phones in the exam hall. The Council took strict action based on these findings. According to the official statement:“Following completion of investigations into these malpractice cases, the Council, upon approval…

John Dumelo, the Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon and Deputy Minister of Agriculture designate, has announced a special treat for first-year students at the University of Ghana. He is organizing a free makeup and photoshoot session for freshers during their matriculation on Saturday, February 8th Sharing the news on his social media pages, he said, “University of Ghana matriculation is this Saturday and I will be organizing free makeup and free photoshoot for all first-year students. #idey4u.” University of Ghana matriculation is this Saturday and I will be organizing free make up and free Photoshoot for all…

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has asked the University of Ghana (UG) to reduce the cost of staying in university hostels. He wants the fee to be reduced from GHC 3,000 to GHC 2,500 for both new and continuing students.On February 6, 2025, Haruna Iddrisu met with the Vice Chancellor of UG, Prof. Nana Aba Amfo, and the Student Representative Council (SRC) at the Ministry of Education in Accra. During the meeting, he made it clear that the fees should be lowered.SEE ALSO: [Watch Video] “There is no way you should be feeding a student at the tertiary level offhand”…

The National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) has given the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) one week to release the withheld results of some 2024 WASSCE candidates.At a press briefing on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, NUGS President Daniel Korley Botchway warned that if WAEC fails to comply, students will protest nationwide. “They should release it within a week, failing which, we are going to commence a series of protests occupying their offices nationwide. And we’ll make sure that we are going to make it uncomfortable for them,” Mr. Botchway stated.He further added, “If they cannot do the work, they should…

The issue of teacher trainee allowances has been a hot topic in Ghana for many years. Recently, the Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu made a statement that has sparked discussions again. He said: “There is no way you should be feeding a student at the tertiary level offhand. We will work out a transition from the allowance into an enhanced student loan for them to feed themselves but in the interim they will still get the allowance.” Watch the video belowThis statement raises important questions: Should teacher trainees continue receiving allowances, or should they be given student loans instead? SEE ALSO: Teacher…

The 29th TTAG Day Celebration took place at Savannah College of Education, bringing together teacher trainees from across the country. This annual event served as a platform to reflect on the progress of the Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana (TTAG) and to renew efforts toward improving education and welfare in Colleges of Education. A Call for Better Conditions in Colleges of EducationDuring the event, the leadership of TTAG emphasized the need for unity in advocating for better social and academic conditions in Public Colleges of Education. “Now more than ever, we must join together in all our campuses to demand…

The Education Minister has hinted that the government may remove the teacher trainee allowance. This news has sparked discussions among teacher trainees and education stakeholders. What’s Next? The government has promised to improve the student loan scheme as a replacement for the allowance. This means that teacher trainees may have to apply for loans to support their education instead of receiving a direct allowance. How Will the Loan Work?Under the proposed system, teacher trainees will take loans to fund their education. After completing school and securing employment, the loan repayment will be deducted directly from their salaries. This means…

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed an eight-member committee to organize the National Education Forum. The committee, chaired by former Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, Professor George K. T. Oduro, has been given just two weeks to submit its report and plan. The other members of the committee include: Professor Goski Alabi Professor Rosemary Bosu Samuel Awuku, Ph.D. Professor Smile Dzisi Kofi Asare Stephen Owusu Inusah Shiraz Key Objectives of the Forum The appointed planning committee has been given clear Terms of Reference (TOR) to guide their work. The forum aims to bring together key stakeholders…