TTAG’s new leadership outlines urgent priorities, including improving the one hot meal policy, resolving academic result delays, and securing easier access to the Students Loan Trust Fund.
TTAG Sets Strategic Roadmap to Address Teacher Trainees’ Key Concerns
The National Secretariat of the Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana (TTAG) has announced a strategic post-handover engagement plan focused on three major challenges facing teacher trainees: feeding issues, academic result delays, and financial access.
Following its recent investiture, the new National Executive Council (NEC), led by President Divine Nanija, held a high-level meeting with the Conference of Principals of Colleges of Education (PRINCOF) on June 23, 2025. The engagement aimed to urgently address long-standing trainee concerns.
1. One Hot Meal Policy Under Review
A major point of concern was the feeding situation in public Colleges of Education. Trainees have repeatedly raised dissatisfaction with the current GH¢8.00 daily feeding grant, which they say is inadequate for three meals.
TTAG proposed that one nutritious hot meal be provided daily as a minimum standard. The leadership assured trainees that it will actively engage PRINCOF and other stakeholders to improve the policy.
Related: Full Breakdown of Feeding Allowances in Ghanaian Colleges of Education
2. Delayed Academic Results Hindering Progression
Persistent delays in the release of academic results from affiliate universities are obstructing licensure registration, transcript access, and career progression.
In response, TTAG has formed a five-member fact-finding committee to gather data on affected colleges affiliated with:
- University for Development Studies (UDS)
- University of Ghana (UG)
- University of Education, Winneba (UEW)
- Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training & Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED)
Also Read: How Result Delays Affect Licensure Exams in Ghana
3. Students Loan Trust Fund Engagement
TTAG also met with the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF), discussing a “No-Fees-Stress” initiative aimed at easing financial burdens. The plan will allow teacher trainees to access loans before fees become a barrier.
Explore: How to Apply for the Students Loan Trust Fund in Ghana – 2025 Guide
Conclusion:
TTAG’s engagements mark a strong start to the new administration’s agenda, promising improved welfare, better academic systems, and financial support for all trainees across the 47 Colleges of Education in Ghana.
Suggested Internal Links:
- TTAG Leadership Profiles – 2025 Edition
- Feeding Policy Review in Colleges of Education
- Why Students Face Result Delays in Affiliate Universities
- Everything You Need to Know About SLTF “No-Fees-Stress”
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