Between The Minister, The President
When contradictions and inconsistencies feature frequently in government communications, the integrity of the sources are justifiably put on the spot. Ghanaians were confused and justifiably so last week when Read More... The post Between The Minister, The President appeared first on DailyGuide Network .
Ghanaians were understandably perplexed when President John Mahama publicly undermined Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu over the inclusion of Arabic and Chinese in the school curriculum. The controversy sparked heated public debate, with some viewing Arabic as inherently linked to Islam. The Education Minister had announced on July 24, 2026, that President Mahama had directed the inclusion of Mandarin and Arabic in the curriculum.
In response, the National Chief Imam's Office issued a statement denying the religious implications of Arabic, emphasizing its economic benefits in the global context. The President remained silent on the matter until a public engagement in September 2026, when he denied rumors of the decision and insisted no such action had taken place during Cabinet meetings.
Education Minister Iddrisu's announcement appeared to come from him alone, considering the significant risks involved. The President's decision to turn against his Education Minister might be a strategic move to withstand public backlash. While the President has not named Iddrisu explicitly, he has indirectly dismissed the announcement, stating no such decision was made by the Cabinet he leads.
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