We Have Not Cancelled Teachers & Nurses Trainee Allowances – Education Ministry

The Ministry of Education has denied reports that trainee allowances for teachers and nurses have been cancelled.

According to the ministry, the claims were false and unfounded, emphasising no plans or intentions to terminate these allowances.

“The statement attributed to the Minister for Education, Hon. Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, regarding the cancellation of allowances for teachers and nursing students is categorically false and unfounded. The Ministry of Education denies any such claims or intentions to terminate these allowances.

“We understand the importance of supporting and prioritising the training of teachers, and the government remains committed to providing necessary financial assistance in these areas,” a statement signed by the PRO for the MoE, Kwasi Kwarteng, said.

The ministry also urged the public to rely on accurate and verified information from official sources such as the Ministry of Education, government press releases, and trusted news outlets for updates on education and healthcare issues.

Below is the full statement from the Ministry of Education