A member of the NPP’s communications team, Zakari Morro has criticized former President John Dramani Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC), accusing them of failing to prioritize the welfare of teachers in Ghana.
Speaking on the Wontumi Morning Show hosted by Oheneba Nana Asiedu, Mr. Morro argued that the NDC’s track record reflects a lack of commitment to educators, citing the cancellation of teacher trainee allowances in 2016 under Mr. Mahama’s administration.
“The cancellation of teacher trainee allowances in 2016 under President Mahama demonstrated a lack of concern for educators,” he said.
“The former president even made remarks suggesting he was unconcerned about the political consequences of the decision.”
Mr. Morro further claimed that during that period, many teachers experienced delays in salary payments, creating significant hardship—particularly for those posted far from their home regions.
“Some teachers went through very difficult times due to delayed salaries, especially those who had to pay rent and utilities without a steady income,” he stated.
He also accused the former president of inconsistency, questioning the NDC’s commitment to its campaign promises on education.
“The NDC promised in 2020 to abolish mandatory national service and teacher licensure examinations and to restore automatic employment for trained teachers. The failure to fully implement these promises raises serious concerns, “he noted.
Mr. Morro referenced the Education Act 2008 (Act 788), which established the National Teaching Council (NTC), and questioned why no legislative steps were taken to abolish the teacher licensure exams if there was genuine intent.
“If there was real commitment, why wasn’t Parliament used to amend the law, just as was done for policies like the e-levy and betting tax?” he asked.