The Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana (TTAG) has called on the government to urgently clarify the status of the recruitment and placement of the 2022 backlog of trained teachers and the 2023 batch, while also addressing months of unpaid salaries owed to newly recruited teachers.
In a statement issued and signed by TTAG President Divine Nanija and General Secretary Victor Atsu Anyidoho, the association expressed concern over what it described as prolonged uncertainty and delays affecting its members, many of whom are already serving in classrooms without remuneration.
According to TTAG, some newly recruited teachers have gone more than 10 months without receiving their salaries, a situation the association says has caused severe financial hardship and demoralization.
TTAG’s Appeals
The association urged the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Finance to:
- Provide a clear and transparent update on the recruitment and posting of both the 2022 backlog and the 2023 batch of trained teachers.
- Expedite the settlement of accumulated salary arrears for newly recruited teachers.
- Communicate definite timelines for these processes to ensure calm and confidence among stakeholders.
Acknowledgement and Warning
While acknowledging government’s earlier efforts to resolve some concerns of teacher trainees, TTAG reiterated its commitment to dialogue with the relevant authorities. However, it cautioned that failure to address the pressing issues could force the association to “explore other legitimate options in defence of the welfare and dignity of its members.”
The association emphasized that resolving the matter will not only bring relief to affected teachers but also reinforce public trust in the country’s education system.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
