Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed government’s commitment to improving the welfare, working conditions and professional development of teachers across Ghana.
She made the remarks while participating in the Ghana Teacher Prize 2026, organised by the Ministry of Education through the National Teaching Council to recognise outstanding teachers and celebrate professional excellence in the teaching profession.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang said the influence of teachers on children could last a lifetime, making teaching a profession that carries significant responsibility for care, integrity and sound professional conduct.
She stressed that the responsibility placed on teachers must be matched with practical support to enable them to perform effectively.
According to her, government is investing in school infrastructure and educational resources while the Teacher Dabrɛ Initiative is being implemented to improve accommodation for teachers, particularly those serving in underserved communities.
She added that efforts were also underway to ease the pressures associated with the double-track system and address administrative challenges affecting teacher placement, promotions and remuneration.
“The world our children are growing into is changing rapidly, and our classrooms must evolve with it,” the Vice President said.
She noted that teachers must therefore have access to continuous professional development, appropriate technology and the necessary tools to prepare learners for the realities of the future.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang also acknowledged concerns raised by teachers and said government was engaging teacher unions to address the issues.
“These matters are being discussed between Government and the unions. Building the education system we want requires us all to continue working together in the interest of our children,” she said.
The Vice President congratulated all recipients of the Ghana Teacher Prize 2026 and expressed appreciation to teachers across the country for their continued service, particularly those working under difficult conditions.
