In a move that will be welcomed by teacher trainees across the country, the Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, has given the green light for the disbursement of GH₵241.9 million (GH₵241,913,000) for their allowance payment.
This decision undoubtedly is a great relief to those who have been eagerly awaiting news on when they would receive their allowance.
The payment of teacher trainee allowances has been a subject of much debate in recent times, with many arguing that it is an essential part of supporting the next generation of teachers in Ghana.
The government has listened to these concerns and has taken steps to ensure that teacher trainees are not left without the financial support they need to complete their studies.
It is expected that teacher trainees may receive some disbursement this month, which will come as a welcome relief to many.
As always, we will keep you informed with all the latest information regarding the allowance disbursement. Be sure to follow our pages for updates on this important issue.