Haruna Iddrisu Engages Chief Imams on Strengthening Islamic Education in Ghana

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Published: June 23, 2026

Published at: 7: 30PM

Story by Saibu Terry

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving educational opportunities for all children in Ghana following a meeting with a delegation from the Conference of Regional Chief Imams.

The delegation, on Tuesday June 23, 2026, led by Dr. Sheikh Amin Bonsu and acting on the directive of the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, paid a courtesy call on the minister to discuss ways of strengthening collaboration between the government and the Islamic education sector.

According to Mr. Iddrisu, discussions focused on enhancing Islamic and Arabic education through curriculum improvement, infrastructure development, and other strategic interventions aimed at improving teaching and learning outcomes.

The minister stressed the importance of partnerships between government and faith-based institutions in advancing quality education across the country.

He reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the equitable distribution of educational resources so that every child, regardless of their background, has access to quality education and opportunities to succeed.

Mr. Iddrisu noted that education remains a shared responsibility and emphasized the need for continued collaboration with stakeholders in the Islamic education sector to build a more inclusive, relevant, and transformative education system for Ghana.

The meeting forms part of ongoing efforts by the Ministry of Education to engage key stakeholders in shaping policies and initiatives that promote access, equity, and excellence in education nationwide.