Ghana’s newly appointed Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has called for the validation of data on the number of beneficiaries of the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) programme as a critical first step in his tenure. Speaking during his maiden visit to the Ministry of Education on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, shortly after his swearing-in by President John Dramani Mahama, Minister Iddrisu emphasised the need for accurate data to inform policy decisions and foster accountability. “My research indicates that the number stands at no more than 3.9 million students between 2017 and 2023. However, there are public claims and even parliamentary records suggesting 5.1 million beneficiaries. We need to validate this data to ensure clarity and accountability,” he stated. The Minister clarified that the objective of his call was
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Ato Forson pledges to make President Mahama the most successful leader in Ghana’s Fourth Republic
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The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, on behalf of his newly sworn-in colleagues has vowed to dedicate himself to ensuring that President John Dramani Mahama becomes the most successful leader in Ghana’s Fourth Republic. Speaking after his swearing-in on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, Dr Forson expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to serve and reaffirmed the collective determination of the newly appointed ministers to justify the confidence Ghanaians have placed in them. “Mr President, we have been with you throughout your days in opposition. We have witnessed the misgoverning and misrule of the previous administration. We have learnt indeed that Ghanaians will not tolerate such misgovernance any longer,” he said. Dr Forson acknowledged the pressing challenges facing the nation, including issues in the economy, energy, agriculture, the justice