The Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana (TTAG) has issued a heartfelt commendation to the Government for the rollout of the “No Fees Stress” Policy—an ambitious intervention designed to ease the financial burdens of first-year tertiary students across the country.
The official unveiling of the policy took place on Friday, July 4, 2025, at the Seventh-day Adventist College of Education in Asokore.
In a statement released from TTAG’s National Secretariat, the association praised President John Dramani Mahama for championing what it called a “landmark initiative for equitable and inclusive education.”
According to TTAG, the “No Fees Stress” Policy arrives at a crucial time, addressing one of the most persistent obstacles to higher education access in the country—financial hardship among newly admitted students.
For many teacher trainees and other first-year tertiary students, this policy signifies a shift from education being a privilege to education being a guaranteed right.
TTAG further recognized the instrumental role of the Ministry of Education under the stewardship of Hon. Haruna Iddrisu.
The association noted the minister’s steady hand in policy direction and described his leadership as “innovative and student-centred.”
The association also lauded the contributions of Dr. Saajida Shiraz, CEO of the Students’ Loan Trust Fund (SLTF), for her operational efficiency in ensuring the policy’s immediate funding and the swift clearance of legacy arrears that had previously delayed disbursement to students.
A critical component of TTAG’s release centred on the renewed government pledge to resume the disbursement of Teacher Trainee Allowances for the 2025/2026 academic year.
The statement affirmed that payments for both the First and Second Semesters are set to begin soon, a move the Association believes will restore confidence and morale among trainees nationwide.
“The assurance of resuming teacher trainee allowances represents more than a financial relief; it is a commitment to the profession itself,” TTAG stated, adding that this affirmation will undoubtedly inspire current and aspiring educators to pursue their careers with renewed vigour and dignity.
TTAG’s leadership emphasized the organization’s readiness to fully support and monitor the implementation of the policy, pledging collaboration with stakeholders to ensure its long-term success. “As the recognized voice of all teacher trainees in Ghana, we stand fully committed to the spirit and intent of this initiative,” said the release.
The “No Fees Stress” Policy aligns with TTAG’s broader vision of positioning teaching as a respected and accessible profession, and the Association sees this development as an encouraging step forward on Ghana’s educational roadmap.
Founded as a unifying platform for teacher trainees nationwide, TTAG has long advocated for policies that prioritise access, inclusivity, and support for future educators.
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