SLTF CEO Hajia Saajida Shiraz Sworn In as Board Member of Ghana Scholarship Authority

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF), Hajia Saajida Shiraz, has been officially sworn in as a member of the newly elected Governing Board of the Ghana Scholarship Authority.

The swearing-in ceremony was led by the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu. The event marked an important step in strengthening the leadership of the Ghana Scholarship Authority, which plays a key role in supporting students across the country through scholarships and educational funding.

Hajia Saajida Shiraz brings a wealth of experience from her role at the Students Loan Trust Fund, where she has worked to improve access to financial support for students in tertiary institutions. Her appointment to the Governing Board is expected to help enhance policies and programmes that aim to make education more accessible and affordable for Ghanaian students.

Speaking through her work and leadership, Hajia Saajida Shiraz has shown strong commitment to student welfare and educational development. Her presence on the board is seen as a positive move towards strengthening student support systems and promoting fairness in scholarship distribution.

Many stakeholders in the education sector have welcomed her appointment and expressed confidence in her ability to contribute meaningfully to the work of the Ghana Scholarship Authority.

We congratulate Hajia Saajida Shiraz on her inauguration and wish her continued success as she uses her leadership, knowledge, and experience to advance education and support students across Ghana.