Tumu: The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) in the Sissala East and Sissala West districts gathered for their 7th Quadrennial (54th) Delegates Conference in Tumu. This year's conference was themed 'The Ghana Education Service @ 50: Achievements, Teacher Motivation, Challenges and the Way Forward.'
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Abu Ali, the district GNAT chairman, addressed the ongoing challenges in the education sector. He highlighted issues such as teacher shortages in remote areas, lack of teaching materials, inadequate school infrastructure, and the problem of 'schools under trees.' Concerns about poor road conditions, lack of electricity, and rising insecurity in the district were also raised.
Despite these challenges, Mr. Ali noted significant achievements over the past four years, such as hiring an office assistant for the GNAT Secretariat, enhancing school visitations, acquiring a new motorbike for administrative tasks, and producing 2,200 blocks for constructing a district GNAT office. He urged members to actively engage in policy discussions and contribute innovative ideas to strengthen the union's influence.
Mr. Ali expressed gratitude to past leaders for their guidance and support, and acknowledged the collaborative efforts of sister unions and local stakeholders. The conference, conducted in accordance with Article 13 of the GNAT Constitution, included the election of new district executives and delegates for the Regional and National Conferences. He emphasized unity and solidarity among educators to improve the education system.
Mr. Sumaila Nashiru Benpula was elected as the next District GNAT Chairman for the upcoming four years. Additionally, Mr. Charles Lewil, the Sissala East Municipal Director of Education, called for concerted efforts to improve the academic performance at the basic level in the area.
