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Coalition of Unpaid Teachers demand payment of 25 months salary arrears from gov’t

By Inusah Alhassan

20th January, 2025

Coalition of Unpaid Teachers, 2023 Cohorts are calling on government through Ghana Education Service to release their staff IDs for them – an identification system recognizing that they are workers under GES.

They also demand immediate payment of their 25 months salary arrears from Government to enable gain a sigh of relief, and lessen their plight.

At press conference in Tamale on Monday, 19th January 2026, the Coalition of unpaid Teachers highlighted the difficulties they went through for the past 2 years in hands of GES with regards to regularization of their appointments but nothing seemed to be practicable after several appeals have not been heeded to by authorities.

They cited the delay in the release of the staff IDs, the ‘ghost’ financial clearance as key factors killing their spirit to walk into the classrooms and teach.

The unpaid teachers also recount how their integrity has come under attack after failing to settle debts of their creditors following the failure of government to pay them their monthly salaries.

Reading the Press to the media, the convenor, Mr. Ali Nathan said: “For nearly two years, the government released Staff IDs in a “consistent trickle” to keep us quiet. This was a weapon used to kill the thought of any protest, making each teacher believe their relief was “just next month” while leaving over 250 of us in financial ruin.
In March 2025, we were summoned to regional centers, including here in Tamale, to submit documents at our own expense. We spent our last borrowed funds only to be told the exercise was “not for us”. This was a soul-crushing mockery of our service.
In October 2025, a “financial clearance” was dangled before us like a ghost. Yet, months later, over 250 of us still have no IDs, no pay, and no future”.

Therefore, they are calling on the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, who once was a teacher and whom they believe share their plight to as matter of urgency work around the clock to address their concerns.

“Honorable Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu: Your appointment brought us immense solace. As a leader who has often championed the cause of the worker, we believed you were “one of us” and that our plight would be your priority because we know you were once a teacher. Even though our solace has turned into a nightmare, we believe you will immediately listen to our cry, show empathy and solve our problem”.

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NPP Annuls Constituency Executive Elections in Three Constituencies, Refers Disputes to Electoral Affairs Committee

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Published: July 15, 2026

Published at: 3:55pm

Story by Saibu Terry

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has annulled the purported Constituency Executive Elections conducted in three constituencies, citing violations of party directives, election regulations, and, where applicable, existing court orders.

In a statement dated July 15, 2026, the party announced that the National Steering Committee took the decision after reviewing the conduct of the constituency executive elections held across the country over the weekend.

According to the statement, the annulled elections were held in Bantama, Afigya Sekyere East, and Adansi Asokwa constituencies.

The NPP said the elections in the affected constituencies were conducted in “flagrant disregard” of party directives, the rules and regulations governing the 2026 Constituency Executive Elections, and, in some instances, subsisting court orders.

The party further disclosed that the Ashanti Regional Steering Committee has been summoned to appear before the National Steering Committee on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, to explain the circumstances surrounding the conduct of the elections in the affected constituencies.

Additionally, the National Steering Committee has referred election-related issues in Asante Akyem Central, together with all other unresolved constituency election disputes, to the Electoral Affairs Committee of the National Council for advice and recommendations.

The NPP reiterated its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring strict compliance with its constitution and regulations while preserving the integrity, credibility, and transparency of its internal democratic processes.

The statement was jointly signed by the party’s Acting National Chairman, Danquah Smith Buttey, and General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong.

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NDC Northern Regional Elections Directorate Takes Over Tamale Central Branch Elections

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Published July 15, 2026

Published at: 3:27Pm

Story by Saibu Terry

The Northern Regional Elections Directorate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced that it has assumed full responsibility for all activities relating to the party’s branch elections in the Tamale Central Constituency with immediate effect.

In an official notice issued on Tuesday, the Directorate said the decision would remain in force until further notice, indicating that it will oversee and manage all aspects of the branch election process in the constituency.

The statement directed all party members, stakeholders, and interested persons to channel all communications, inquiries, and issues concerning the Tamale Central branch elections through the Northern Regional Elections Directorate.

While the notice did not state the reasons behind the decision, the Regional Elections Directorate appealed to members for their cooperation and understanding as it carries out its mandate.

The notice was signed by Dr. Arnold Mashud Abukari, the Northern Regional Director of Elections and IT of the NDC.

The latest development places the administration of the Tamale Central branch elections directly under the supervision of the regional leadership, pending further directives.

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Ghana Drawn with Nigeria, Togo and Burkina Faso for WAFU B U-20 Championship

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Published: July 15, 2026

Published at: 2:15Pm

Story by Saibu Terry

Ghana’s Black Satellites have been drawn in a challenging Group B alongside regional rivals Nigeria, Togo and Burkina Faso for the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship, the qualifying tournament for the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.

The draw was conducted on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at the headquarters of the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

The Black Satellites will renew their fierce rivalry with Nigeria in what is expected to be one of the standout fixtures of the competition. Togo and Burkina Faso complete a highly competitive group, setting the stage for a demanding qualification campaign for the four-time African champions.

Group A consists of hosts Côte d’Ivoire, Benin and Niger, with the three nations also competing for a place at the continental championship.

The WAFU B U-20 Championship will feature all seven member associations of the zone and serves as the official qualifying tournament for the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.

The 2027 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations will be hosted by Ghana, adding extra significance to the Black Satellites’ campaign as they seek to qualify for the continental showpiece on home soil.

WAFU B U-20 Championship Draw

Group A

Côte d’Ivoire
Benin
Niger

Group B

Ghana
Nigeria
Togo
Burkina Faso

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