Zabzugu, Northern Region – At the heart of a rousing address during the GNAT and Ghana Education Service District Conference, the Regent of Yelizoli, Tung Lana Alhaji Muhammad Ibn Umar, offered a compelling tribute to teachers while urging systemic reforms to support their work.
Held under the theme “Ghana Education Service at 50 – Achievements, Motivations, Challenges, and the Way Forward,” the event marked five decades of public education service in Ghana. But for the Regent, it was also a moment for introspection—and a call to collective responsibility.
“Our teachers are not just instructors; they are nation builders,” the Regent said. “They deserve not only our gratitude but our full support—better training, fair remuneration, and adequate resources.”
He lamented the district’s struggle with poor educational outcomes, citing dismal exam results and teacher shortages. However, he maintained that teachers remain at the center of the solution.
He also addressed the role of traditional authorities and community stakeholders in shaping educational outcomes. “We must all take ownership of our schools. Education is a shared duty—between the state, the home, and the traditional leadership.”
The Regent’s address resonated with attendees, many of whom are grappling with real-world challenges in classrooms across the district. His remarks emphasized discipline, mentorship, and the moral duty of every adult to protect and nurture the younger generation.
As the district reflects on 50 years of educational service, the Regent’s message offered both a sobering reality check and an inspiring vision: one where teachers are empowered, students are protected, and communities are mobilized to make education work for every child.
Source: zaaNews.com//Issifu Alidu Laa-Bandow
