NTC Expands Reach With New Regional Offices

The National Teaching Council (NTC) has taken a significant step in strengthening its presence and accessibility by inaugurating new regional offices in Tamale and Kumasi. This strategic expansion, supported by the Ministry of Education, brings essential NTC services closer to teachers and educational stakeholders, particularly in the northern and middle regions of Ghana.

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The government remained committed to enhancing the status of teachers across the country.

Minister of Education, Mr. Haruna Iddrisu, officially opened the Tamale facility, emphasizing the government's unwavering commitment to elevating the status of teachers. He underscored the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government's dedication, under President John Dramani Mahama, to fostering teachers' professional development. The minister stressed that classrooms must remain dynamic centers of learning, guided by principles of integrity, discipline, innovation, and excellence. The government's overarching vision is to cultivate a teaching force that is not only well-trained and motivated but also professionally respected and globally competitive, capable of meeting the evolving demands of the 21st century.

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The National Democratic Congress (NDC) government, led by President John Dramani Mahama, would continue to support teachers in their professional development.

The inauguration marks a milestone for the NTC, as described by its Board Chairman, Mr. Kwami Alorvi. He highlighted that these new offices are more than just physical expansions; they represent a tangible commitment to decentralizing services. These regional hubs will be instrumental in streamlining teacher licensing, facilitating professional development programs, and ensuring consistent standards in teacher performance and ethics. This initiative promises to improve operational efficiency, deepen stakeholder engagement, and guarantee equitable access to NTC services for all teachers, irrespective of their geographical location.

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Classrooms must remain centres of transformation and learning, adding that integrity, discipline, innovation and excellence should be the guiding principles of teachers nationwide.

Mr. Alorvi extended his gratitude to the government and the Ministry of Education for their crucial support, acknowledging that the dedication of teachers and education stakeholders continues to fuel the NTC's mission. The Municipal Chief Executive for Sagnarigu, Mr. Abdulai Imoro Gong, echoed the sentiment, rightly identifying education as the bedrock of societal progress and emphasizing that investing in teacher development is a direct investment in the nation's future. This expansion signifies a proactive approach to building a stronger, more resilient educational system in Ghana.

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The government’s vision was to build a well-trained, motivated, professionally respected and globally competitive teaching workforce capable of meeting the demands of the 21st century.