Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced plans by the government to recruit 50,000 teachers and 10,000 non-teaching staff in 2025 as part of a nationwide effort to strengthen Ghana’s education sector.

Speaking in Parliament on Wednesday, June 25, the Minister assured lawmakers that the necessary financial provisions have been made in the 2025 national budget to support the recruitment drive.
“Mr. Speaker, as I have assured this House, 50,000 teachers will be recruited, along with 10,000 non-teaching staff. Adequate provision was made for this in the 2025 budget,” he said.

His statement also addressed concerns raised by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who called for a probe into allegations of mistreatment of teachers who recently picketed at the Ghana Education Service (GES) headquarters.

Haruna Iddrisu dismissed those allegations and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to resolving outstanding posting issues. He said the upcoming recruitment is intended to boost staffing in schools and enhance learning outcomes nationwide.

He also disclosed that he recently met with a representative of the affected teachers, Bafour Eric, who confirmed that financial clearance was received in May 2024, with appointments initially expected to begin in August but delayed until September.
“This morning, I met with Bafour Eric, and I will soon share the details with the public. We discussed the matter, and he indicated to me that clearance was received in May. They were expected to start work in August but began in September."

“Naturally, by December 31, the clearance issued by the Finance Ministry had expired, and they can only proceed with a renewed clearance, which is what I am currently awaiting. Let them be assured," he said.