Teacher shortage hits Nkwanta South
The Nkwanta South Municipality in the Oti Region is grappling with a severe teacher shortage of more than 457, a situation education authorities say is undermining effective teaching and learning across the area. The deficit, largely attributed to a protracted conflict that has compelled many teachers to seek transfers to other parts of the country, […]
The Nkwanta South Municipality in Ghana's Oti Region is currently facing a significant teacher shortage, with over 457 vacancies, according to Education Directorate officials. This shortage is hampering effective teaching and learning, as acknowledged by Christian Ogudi, the Human Resource Officer at the Nkwanta Education Directorate.
The figure of 457 primarily relates to basic schools; however, senior high schools in the area are also struggling with staffing issues. Ogudi has urgently called on the Minister of Education and the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service to dispatch teachers to the municipality. The Nkwanta South Assembly has recently completed renovations on the dilapidated Kechiebi R.C.
Junior High School, which should enhance the learning environment in the community. Municipal Chief Executive Joseph Awal Antwi echoed the concerns, emphasizing that despite improvements in classroom infrastructure, the teacher-to-student ratio continues to pose a significant challenge. He reiterated the municipal leadership's appeal for immediate teacher postings and noted that the Assembly has begun measures to provide accommodation for teachers assigned to the region.
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