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Unemployed trained teachers question Education Minister’s announcement of 6,100 recruitments
The Coalition of Unemployed Trained Teachers (CUTT) has expressed disappointment over Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu’s announcement that government will recruit only 6,100 teachers this year.
In a statement dated 20th November 2025, the group said the figure is far below what the Minister announced in Parliament earlier in June.
According to CUTT, the Minister assured MPs on 25th June that government had made budgetary provisions to recruit 50,000 teachers in 2025.
The coalition represents more than 17,000 College of Education graduates who completed their training in 2023 but remain unemployed. Members say the new figure has increased their frustration and uncertainty.
CUTT said its members held a peaceful demonstration on Wednesday to demand mass recruitment of all qualified graduates.
The group insists that every trained teacher deserves the opportunity to work in the public basic school system, adding that the Minister’s latest announcement has created confusion and concern among graduates.
The coalition is asking the Minister to explain the criteria that will be used to select the 6,100 teachers.
They questioned whether the process will follow a fair and transparent protocol or whether many qualified graduates will be left out.
CUTT described the situation as unprecedented, saying it is the first time such a large number of trained teachers have been left unemployed after completing their training.
They also responded to comments reportedly made by the Minister, who referred to them as “striking teachers” and suggested they return for verification.
CUTT clarified that they are not striking teachers, but unemployed trained graduates seeking employment.
The group is demanding that the Minister prioritise the mass recruitment of all 2023 graduates and provide a clear roadmap for their employment within two weeks.
They warned that they will return to the streets if their concerns are not addressed.
The coalition says it expects its members to begin work in January, at the start of the second term.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Libreville, Gabon, to participate in the inaugural Libreville International Forum for Innovation and Development, a high-level event that brings together Heads of State, government officials, global investors, and technology experts.
The forum, being held under the patronage of Mr Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, President of the Republic of Gabon, is on the theme “Political Stability, Business Climate, and Artificial Intelligence: Catalysts for Growth.”
The forum seeks to position Gabon as a regional innovation hub and key destination for international investment.
Organisers are holding the Forum to inaugurate the newly constructed Omar Bongo Ondimba Congress Centre, which also serves as the venue for the Forum and as a future centre for international dialogue.
The forum will culminate in the “Libreville Declaration,” which will showcase the strategic political leaders’ commitments to enhancing governance, transparency, and digital integration across the continent.
President Mahama remains a strong advocate for fostering partnerships that bridge the gap between government policy and private-sector growth to ensure inclusive development.
Former Energy Minister Boakye Agyarko has informed the New Patriotic Party’s 2028 flagbearer, Mahamudu Bawumia, of his decision to contest for the position of National Chairman of the party.
Mr. Agyarko disclosed this during a courtesy call on Dr. Bawumia on May Day.
According to a statement from his team, the visit gave him the opportunity to commend the former Vice President for his service to both the New Patriotic Party and the country.
During the meeting, Mr. Agyarko, together with members of his campaign team, formally notified Dr. Bawumia of his planned nationwide tour as part of his campaign for the National Chairman position.
He reaffirmed his support for the former Vice President and stressed the need for unity within the party ahead of the 2028 general elections.
Mr. Agyarko said the NPP must remain united and committed to securing victory in the next elections.
According to the statement, his nationwide tour is expected to begin in the Ashanti Region next week.
By: Jacob Aggrey
