60,000 New Hires: Education Sector to Recruit 50,000 Teachers, 10,000 Non-Teaching Staff

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced a significant boost to the education sector, revealing plans to recruit 50,000 teachers and 10,000 non-teaching staff this year 2025.

This initiative, he assured, is part of the government’s commitment to strengthening the sector and is backed by adequate provisions in the 2025 national budget.

Addressing House of Parliament, Haruna Iddrisu also addressed concerns raised by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin regarding the alleged mistreatment of teachers who recently picketed at the Ghana Education Service (GES) premises.

Dismissing these claims, Haruna Iddrisu reiterated the government’s dedication to resolving outstanding posting issues and ensuring that new recruits are deployed to enhance learning outcomes nationwide.

“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,” Haruna Iddrisu explained.

Reaffirming the government’s commitment to education, he stated,

“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.”

This development is expected to bring significant relief and improvement to the education sector, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning across the country.