Dr. Eric Nkansah Relieved as GES Director-General; Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis Appointed Successor

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Ellis Ferdinand
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Dr Eric Nkansah appointed Acting teacher Director General of GES
Dr Eric Nkansah appointed Acting Director General of GES

Ferdinand | EducationGhana |  January 27| Dr. Eric Nkansah Relieved as GES Director-General; Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis Appointed Successor

Dr. Eric Nkansah has been relieved of his role as Director-General of GES. Learn more about his tenure and the appointment of Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis as his successor.

 

Leadership Shake-Up in Ghana Education Service: Dr. Eric Nkansah Out, Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis In

The Ghana Education Service (GES) is undergoing a significant leadership transition as Dr. Eric Nkansah has been relieved of his duties as Director-General.

The government has appointed Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis, the Provost of the College of Education Studies at the University of Cape Coast (UCC), as the new Director-General. This change is part of a broader effort to realign leadership and address key challenges in Ghana’s education sector.

 

Dr. Eric Nkansah: A Multifaceted Career

Dr. Nkansah’s tenure as Director-General began in January 2023, bringing with him a diverse professional background that spanned education and banking. Highlights of his career include:

  • 2000-2006: Served as a subject teacher at Christian Education Complex Junior High School and Kintampo Senior High School in Kintampo.
  • 2007-2013: Worked at Barclays Bank (now Absa), rising to the position of Sales Manager.
  • 2010: Began part-time lecturing at the Business School of Garden City University College, Kumasi.

Despite his varied expertise, his tenure faced challenges that led to the government’s decision to make a leadership change.

 

Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis: The New Visionary for GES

Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis’ appointment as the new Director-General on January 26, 2025 by President John Mahama, is seen as a step toward innovation and reform. With a strong academic and administrative background, Prof. Davis brings a wealth of experience to his new role.
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Education and Academic Achievements

  • Early Education: Started at Self-Reliance Kindergarten (1976), later attending Presbyterian Primary School (1978) and Aboom A.M.E. Zion School (1981) in Cape Coast.

 

  • Secondary School: Attended Mfantsipim School, earning both “O” and “A” Level certificates.

 

  • Higher Education:
    • B.Ed (Mathematics) from University of Cape Coast (1999).
    • MA (Mathematics Education) from Hiroshima University, Japan (2004).
    • PhD in Mathematics Education from Monash University, Melbourne (2010).

 

Career Milestones

  • Joined UCC as a Senior Research Assistant in 2000 and rose through the ranks to become a Professor of Mathematics Education in 2018.
  • Supervised 11 PhD and 25 MPhil theses.
  • Published over 50 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals.
  • Led the team that developed the new B.Ed national curriculum for teacher preparation in 2018.

 

What This Leadership Change Means for GES

The appointment of Prof. Davis is expected to:

Enhance Curriculum Development: Building on his expertise in Mathematics Education and curriculum innovation.

 

Address Education Inequities: Implement policies to improve access and quality of education across Ghana.

 

Foster Collaboration: Strengthen relationships with stakeholders, including teachers, policymakers, and international partners.

 

Conclusion

As Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis takes on the role of Director-General, the Ghana Education Service is poised for a new chapter of leadership and reform. His wealth of experience and visionary outlook promise to tackle pressing challenges and steer the education sector toward greater heights.

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