Gov’t identifies payment discrepancy holding up teachers’ strike resolution
Government has identified a payment discrepancy between the Accountant-General’s Department, the Finance Ministry and the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) as the key issue delaying the resolution of the teachers’ strike. Government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu said efforts are ongoing to close the gap and return teachers to the classroom. “I think there is some gap […]
The government has pinpointed a payment discrepancy between the Accountant-General's Department, the Finance Ministry, and the Ghana Statistical Service as the primary obstacle hindering the resolution of the teachers' strike. Government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu confirmed ongoing efforts to bridge the gap and restore teachers to the classroom.
He stated that President John Mahama has been informed of the situation and has directed all necessary actions to resolve the impasse. Ofosu emphasized the government's recognition of the critical role teachers play and their commitment to resolving the strike promptly. Both the Finance Ministry and the Accountant-General's Department claimed they have taken the requisite steps, but the government remains willing to pay teachers once the outstanding differences are addressed.
The priority is to resolve the matter swiftly, and presidential intervention may be considered if necessary. The Education Ministry, Finance Ministry, and Controller are currently responsible for addressing the issue, with Ofosu expressing confidence that a resolution will be reached within days.
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