Teachers to receive incentives to buy one vehicle ; Key Highlights on Edu from NPP’s 2024 Manifesto Dr Bawumia

Teachers to receive incentives to buy one vehicle ; Key Highlights from NPP’s 2024 Manifesto Dr Bawumia

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has announced an exciting development for teachers as part of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 election manifesto. In a bid to improve the welfare of educators across the country, the NPP has promised to provide incentives that will enable each teacher to purchase a vehicle with an engine capacity of up to 1,800 cubic centimeters (cc).

Key Educational Highlights:

• Recruitment of More Special Needs Teachers: The NPP is committed to recruiting more special needs teachers across all levels, ensuring that every student receives the attention and support they need.
• Expansion of Educational Opportunities: To address the housing deficit in public universities and other tertiary institutions, the manifesto includes plans to increase the stock of student accommodation, making it more affordable and accessible.
• Free Tertiary Education Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs): This initiative aims to remove financial barriers for PWDs, allowing them to pursue their educational goals without the burden of tuition fees.
• Scholarships and Student Loan Scheme: The NPP plans to:
  • Integrate scholarship databases across all public sector institutions to ensure transparency.
  • Expand eligibility for the Student Loan Scheme to include all post-secondary students, including those in certificate and diploma programs.
  • Prioritize national scholarship schemes towards training and skills development in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
• Centralised Applications Processing Service (CAPS): The full implementation of CAPS will streamline the application process for tertiary institutions, allowing students to apply and pay just once.
• Open University: The manifesto also promises the establishment of an Open University, expanding access to higher education for all.
• Exemption from National Service: Graduates who secure jobs after completing their tertiary education may be exempted from national service, providing them with a smoother transition into the workforce.
• Free SHS/TVET Protection: The NPP remains committed to protecting and enhancing the Free Senior High School (SHS) and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs, which have already transformed the lives of millions:
  • Enrollment in SHS/TVET has increased by 83% since the inception of the free programs.
  • Gender parity has been achieved, with more girls gaining access to secondary education, positively impacting society.
• Infrastructure Development: To accommodate the increased student population, the NPP plans to continue developing additional infrastructure for educational institutions.

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