MoE gives assurance to integrate ‘UEW’ trained teachers into GES
Trained teachers from the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) will be integrated into the Ghana Education Service (GES), the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu has assured the management of the Education University.
The Education Minister’s commitment was made during a courtesy call by a delegation from the University of Education, led by its Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Stephen Jobson Mitchual, on Monday, 24th February 2025.
Mr Haruna at a round table discussion with the UEW delegation acknowledged that the Ministry of Education has not been optimising the use of UEW graduates in the recruitment of teachers, despite the comprehensive training they have received.
The Minister in Charge of Education assured the University of Education, Winneba that he had taken notice of the situation and would address it to ensure that UEW-trained teachers are properly absorbed into the system.
Additionally, the Minister for Education, Honourable Haruna Iddrisu announced that the National Research Fund would be rolled out later in the year, providing funding opportunities for academic research in various fields.
Commenting on the composition of university governing councils, he said all Councils will be reconstituted by 30th March 2025 adding he had already engaged the President of the Republic and other key stakeholders to ensure the selection process complies with the law.
“I have instructed the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) and the Ministry to request institutional representation directly from the universities for the nominations
Once GTEC submits the nominations, we will incorporate them within the legal framework. Our role will be to appoint only one woman, one man, and the chairperson,” the Sector Minister for Education explained.
He further assured the Winneba-based university’s leadership of the government’s commitment to expanding access to education, improving governance, and ensuring financial sustainability for higher institutions.
“I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with you. I assure you that I will make every effort to expand access to higher education, enhance its relevance, and ensure both equity and quality,” Mr Iddrisu expressed.
In a UEW blog post sighted by Pretertiary.com, the University said the Education Minister’s pledge is a significant step towards addressing the unemployment concerns of UEW graduates and ensuring that they are utilised effectively in the education sector.
“The Ministry of Education (MoE) can tap into its expertise and promote quality education in Ghana, integrating UEW-trained teachers into the Ghana Education Service (GES) system,” the Education University said in the post.
