The Ministry of Education has refuted claims that the government intends to scrap teacher trainee allowances, describing such reports as misleading.
In a press release dated February 4, 2025, the Ministry addressed a front-page publication by The Daily Graphic, which carried the headline "Teacher Trainee Allowance to go." The Ministry stated that the report was inaccurate and did not reflect the actual remarks of Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu.
According to the Ministry, the Minister, during a meeting with the Executives of the Principals of Colleges of Education (PRINCOF), reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting students in Colleges of Education.
He stated that the government is open to exploring ways to enhance financial assistance for teacher trainees.
