‘Standing with teachers means supporting them in classrooms’ – NTC Registrar

Dr Christian Addai-Poku, the Registrar of the National Teaching Council (NTC), has emphasized the importance of recognizing and supporting teachers in Ghana. Speaking at the Ghana Teacher Prize 2026 Grand Durbar, Dr Addai-Poku highlighted the vital role teachers play in shaping the nation's future. He stressed that teachers help learners develop essential knowledge, values, and confidence to navigate life.

The Registrar pointed out that teachers contribute to the abilities and outlook of the next generation through various subjects, including language, mathematics, science, technology, the arts, and practical skills.

Dr Addai-Poku acknowledged the often-unnoticed dedication and sacrifices of teachers, praising their careful lesson preparation, patient explanations, and the unseen personal sacrifices they make. He also commended teachers for encouraging struggling learners and inspiring confidence in children who have yet to discover their potential.

The NTC Registrar noted that the annual Ghana Teacher Prize serves as an opportunity to acknowledge teachers' contributions and celebrate their excellence. By doing so, Ghana can recognize the significant role teachers play in shaping the country's future. Dr Addai-Poku emphasized that the 60th anniversary of the 1966 UNESCO-ILO Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers coincides with this year's celebration, with the global theme focusing on standing with teachers to protect the profession, advance its status, and shape the future.

He stressed that supporting teachers means improving their working environment, protecting their professional dignity, and creating conditions for them to perform at their best. Ultimately, standing with teachers is about providing sustained support, both within the classroom and beyond, to ensure the teaching profession thrives in Ghana.