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Nana B criticizes government over failure to implement automatic posting for teachers
The National Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Henry Nana Boakye, popularly known as Nana B, has criticized the government for failing to implement the automatic posting system for trained teachers.
According to him, the policy, which ensured that trained teachers were automatically posted to classrooms after completing their mandatory national service, has been cancelled under the administration of President John Dramani Mahama.
In a facebook post , Nana B said the system had existed for many years and was maintained during the tenure of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, when trained teachers were posted into the classroom immediately after completing national service.
He claimed that the cancellation of the system has left many newly trained teachers unemployed.
According to him, graduates from the 2023 and 2024 batches, who completed their national service in December 2024 and December 2025 respectively, were expected to be posted in January 2025 and January 2026 but are still waiting for employment.
Nana B also referenced comments by the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, who reportedly indicated that about 90,000 trained teachers are currently awaiting employment.
He said the minister explained that the government cannot employ all of them at once due to financial constraints and plans to recruit them in phases.
According to Nana B, the minister indicated that the first tranche of recruitment could involve between 6,000 and 10,000 teachers, although no timeline has been provided for when the process will begin.
He argued that at that pace it could take several years to employ all the teachers currently waiting, especially as new graduates continue to enter the job market each year.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghanaian cinema continues to break boundaries as Vibes The Movie has received an official nomination at the prestigious Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) in Toronto.
This latest international recognition is another proud moment for Ghana and a powerful testament to the creativity, originality, and global appeal of Ghanaian storytelling.
Directed by Big Ghun and starring Jeffrey Nortey, Vibes The Movie evolved from the hugely successful social media series, where the beloved characters Obolo Tui and Lil Pui captured the hearts of millions with their unique blend of rap, comedy, and relatable stories about the everyday struggles and ambitions of Ghanaian youth.
The film has already brought honour to Ghana on the international stage, most recently winning an Outstanding Achievement Award at the American Motion Pictures Festival in the United States.
The Chronicle noted that the film was recognized for its originality, craftsmanship, and storytelling impact among a competitive pool of global entries.
Now, with a nomination at TINFF in Canada, Vibes The Movie continues its remarkable journey from the streets of Accra to some of the world’s most respected film platforms.
The nomination underscores the growing global appreciation for authentic African stories and confirms that Ghanaian filmmakers are making a significant mark in international cinema.
As Vibes The Movie flies the Black Star high in Toronto, Ghana celebrates yet another cultural achievement that showcases the country’s talent, resilience, and storytelling excellence to the world
A prominent member of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) has broken silence on the deep-seated internal machinations within the party, warning that the continuous victimization of members could severely jeopardize unity ahead of the general elections.
In a post on the party’s internal democratic processes, the former National Entrpreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) boss, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah revealed how personal ambitions were stifled by party elites in the Asante Akyem Central constituency, despite overwhelming grassroots support.
According to the aggrieved party member, the decision to run for the parliamentary seat was not a self-serving agenda but a direct response to a call to service by the local constituents.
“My Asante Akyem Central people loved my politics and approached me to come and serve them as MP,” he stated.
He added that “But my own party elders blocked me and supported the incumbent MP to cheat through the system as if I was an outsider.”
The unfair playing field he revealed led to a massive financial distress. The stalwart disclosed incurring massive debts across two consecutive primary election cycles, alongside other personal challenges.
Despite the systemic sabotage, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah noted that he remained loyal, continuously defending both the NPP party and the government’s policies at all levels.
“Seeing what’s going on in the current polling station elections in several constituencies, it seems not much has changed,” he warned.
“The victimization of those who want to challenge current or former MPs should stop,” he stated.
With the general elections approaching, he cautioned,”You don’t treat party people anyhow and expect unconditional unity for the general elections.”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
