A well-known educationist in the country, Mr. Nimo Dua has urged the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the Ministry of Education to ensure fair and equitable posting of university graduates to teaching positions across the country. According to Mr. Dua, university graduates form a critical part of the nation’s educational workforce and should not be sidelined during posting exercises.
Speaking in an exclusive interview, Mr. Dua expressed concern that many university graduates with teaching qualifications remain unemployed or are posted late, while others with less formal qualifications secure early postings. He emphasized that this disparity could demotivate qualified graduates and negatively impact the quality of education in Ghana.
“University graduates have invested time, effort, and resources in acquiring their degrees. It is only fair that the Ghana Education Service and the Ministry of Education give them priority during posting exercises to harness their skills for the country’s development,” Mr. Dua said. He emphasized specifically the posting of university graduates with education backgrounds from institutions such as the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), University of Cape Coast (UCC), University for Development Studies (UDS), and others.
Mr. Dua also called on the Finance Minister, Hon. Ato Forson, to consider giving financial clearance to support the postings of these university graduates who have toiled for four years and more in the universities. He emphasized that without adequate financial backing, the posting process risks being delayed, further affecting graduates’ careers and the education sector.
Mr. Dua further called on the Ghana Education Service and the Ministry of Education to improve transparency and accountability in the posting process. He recommended the implementation of a clear, merit-based system that considers academic qualifications and teaching competencies rather than favouritism or political influence.
Highlighting the impact of delayed postings, the educationist said, “When graduates wait too long for placements, it affects their morale and financial stability. This delay also affects the education sector as schools struggle with inadequate teaching staff.”
The educationist also urged the Ghana Education Service and the Ministry of Education to increase the recruitment quota for university graduates to address the growing demand for qualified teachers in Ghanaian schools. He noted that a robust teaching workforce is essential to achieving the country’s educational goals, particularly in light of the Free Senior High School policy.
Mr. Dua addressed the issue of uneven distribution of teachers, with many graduates being posted to urban centres while rural schools continue to face acute shortages, adding that many senior cycle schools have shortages of subject-area teachers. He stressed the need for the Ghana Education Service and the Ministry of Education to implement policies that ensure equitable distribution of teachers to bridge educational inequalities between urban and rural areas.
Parents and community leaders have also expressed support for Mr. Dua’s call, noting that fair posting of qualified graduates, would improve the quality of teaching and learning outcomes in schools. Many believe this could help reduce the current gaps in educational attainment across different regions.
In conclusion, Mr. Nimo Dua’s appeal serves as a timely reminder for the Ghana Education Service, the Ministry of Education, and the Finance Ministry to prioritize fairness, transparency, and inclusivity in their posting exercises. As Ghana continues to strive for educational excellence, placing qualified university graduates strategically across the country will be a significant step toward that goal.
