Trotro Conductor Job More Lucrative Than Teaching,’ Says Mate, Encouraging the Unemployed
Trotro Conductor Job More Lucrative Than Teaching,’ Says Mate, Encouraging the Unemployed
Recently, there’s been an inexplicable surge of criticism directed at teachers. It’s time to let them be.
In an interview with Akoma FM, a trotro mate suggested that unemployed individuals who are good with money and persuasive communication should consider becoming bus conductors.
“If you’re jobless, I advise you: if you know how to handle money and can talk, the trotro conductor job will suit you very well,” he stated in Akan.
“When you work, you can eat, drink water, and after your shift, you never lack a ride home.”
Sharing his personal experience, he added, “When I go to Atonsu, any driver will pick me up because they know how helpful a mate can be.”
He highlighted the practical advantages, claiming, “It is even more rewarding than teaching.”
Explaining the financial benefits, he illustrated, “When I work, I can eat and take care of my needs. If I earn 80 cedis by the end of the day, I spend about 10 cedis on my way home, leaving me with 70 cedis. If I have a wife and kids, and I give them 20 cedis, I still save 50 cedis. Imagine saving 50 cedis daily from Monday to Saturday.”
Saving 50 cedis daily for 24 days can amount to GHC 1200, potentially surpassing the earnings from some white-collar jobs.
Mixed Reactions on Social Media
Social media reactions to his statement were mixed. Some people echoed their support for his viewpoint, while others had contrasting opinions:
- “How many mates can save 100 cedis at the end of the month?”
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“What people don’t realize is that many of these cars are owned by teachers. Many teachers are running businesses and doing well.”
Watch the video to see his full statement and the reactions.
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