The Minister of Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, joined Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang in the Volta Region to honor the nation’s teachers at the 2025 Ghana Teacher Prize ceremony. The event, themed “Elevating the Status of Teachers for Quality Education,” recognized the sacrifices and dedication of teachers in shaping Ghana’s future.
A Call to Elevate the Teaching Profession
In his address, Minister Iddrisu emphasized the government’s commitment to improving teacher welfare and working conditions. He highlighted initiatives such as a dedicated housing scheme, which aims to provide affordable homes for teachers, and expressed concern over rising indiscipline and violence in some schools.
Government’s Commitment to Education
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to making education a cornerstone of Ghana’s transformation. Minister Iddrisu stated, “When we invest in teachers, we invest in the nation’s future.” The government plans to establish a new public university campus in Keta, to be known as the School of Public Affairs, focused on building capacity in leadership, governance, and policy.
The Ghana Teacher Prize
The Ghana Teacher Prize is an annual event that recognizes and rewards outstanding teachers for their contributions to education and national development. This year’s ceremony saw the recognition of exceptional educators who have made a significant impact in their classrooms and communities.
A Partnership for Success
The event brought together teacher unions, corporate sponsors, and education stakeholders to celebrate teacher dedication and mobilize resources for excellence in teaching. Minister Iddrisu urged corporate Ghana to increase sponsorship for the Teacher Prize as part of their corporate social responsibility to help build human capital for national growth.
