President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Ghana Education Service (GES) to promote all qualified deputy directors of education without delay as reported by Ghana Web.

This move, announced by Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu, aims to address long-standing concerns over stagnation within the educational leadership structure.

The directive comes in response to growing frustration among education professionals and threats of industrial action by the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), who had planned to strike over stalled promotions for junior-ranked teachers.

The President’s decision shows his commitment to resolving internal bottlenecks within the education sector.

Minister Iddrisu explained that the issue had been raised consistently by deputy directors during the President’s campaign interactions.

“Many of you… struggle to move the ladder above you to become directors because of the unavailability of office spaces,” he stated.

However, he assured that the promotions will proceed regardless of existing vacancies or logistical limitations.

The announcement was made during the launch of a government initiative to distribute sanitary pads to schoolgirls, aimed at supporting female education and reducing absenteeism.

The program, which aligns with the President’s broader educational reforms, seeks to eliminate menstruation-related challenges faced by girls in school.

President Mahama has previously highlighted the need to dismantle barriers to education, particularly those affecting girls.

The free sanitary pad initiative is expected to ease financial burdens on families and foster a more inclusive learning environment.