Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced that President John Dramani Mahama has directed the immediate promotion of all eligible deputy directors of education. The directive follows a threat by the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) to embark on a strike on April 30 over delayed promotions for junior-ranked teachers.
Speaking at the launch of a sanitary pad distribution initiative for schoolgirls on Thursday, April 24, the Minister assured that promotions would be granted regardless of the current availability of office spaces or formal postings.
“One of your major concerns, the president raised to me, is that in his campaign rounds, many of you who are deputy directors of education struggle to move the ladder above you to become directors because of the unavailability of office spaces.
“President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Ghana Education Service and the Ministry of Education to give all those deputy directors a legitimate promotion. And even without office, they will still serve in their capacities as directors of GES,” he stated.
Meanwhile, the Free Pad intervention aligns with President John Dramani Mahama’s broader vision of promoting gender equality and ensuring that every child has access to quality education, regardless of gender or background.
President Mahama had previously emphasised the pressing need to address the barriers girls face due to menstruation. During his maiden State of the Nation Address, he underscored the importance of removing such obstacles:
The programme is expected to ease families’ financial burden, improve school attendance among girls, and enhance their overall health and well-being. The initiative aims to create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment by ensuring that girls have access to essential menstrual hygiene products.
