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September 1, 2025
The National Schools Inspectorate Authority (NaSIA) has held a series of stakeholder engagement in Wa (Upper West Region) and Bolgatanga (Upper East Region) to deliberate on key issues affecting education delivery in Ghana.
The discussions focused on licensing and inspections, school funding, teacher training, and the role of private schools in complementing government efforts. Stakeholders raised concerns about the use of unapproved textbooks, teacher deviation from the official curriculum through AI and internet downloads, misuse of tablets by students, and inadequate infrastructure in some schools.
The engagements also emphasized stronger collaboration between NaSIA, GES, WAEC, NTC, and other agencies to ensure consistency in curriculum delivery, improve teacher professional development, and provide equitable support for both public and private schools.
Speaking at the sessions, Prof. Azeko Salifu Tahiru, the Inspector-General of Schools, reaffirmed NaSIA’s commitment to external quality assurance while calling for collective responsibility in ensuring that every child in Ghana has access to quality education.

 

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July 16, 2025
The National Schools Inspectorate Authority (NaSIA) participated in the formal constitution of the National Teaching Council (NTC) board, a step in advancing Ghana’s education sector under the Education Regulatory Bodies Act 2020 (Act 1023).
NaSIA is honored to be represented on this council by Prof. Azeko, Salifu Tahiru, the Inspector General of Schools.
In a brief ceremony, that took place at the Ministry’s conference room, the Minister for Education, Hon Haruna Iddrisu urged the new council to set professional standards, license teachers, oversee continuous professional development, improve cooperation among stakeholders and address teacher indiscipline.
“The new teacher licensure model includes practical evaluations and mentorship programs” he added.
He also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to teacher welfare, emphasizing a scheme to provide decent housing for teachers, especially in rural areas.
Mr. Emmanuel Kwame Alorvi (Council chair), speaking on behalf of the council thank the Minister and reassure him of their commitment to work diligently to fulfill its mandate.
The other council members include:
Dr. Christian Addai-Poku, Mr. Sampson Damptey Tetey, Mr. Ben Nick Banor, Prof. Samuel Ofori Obuobisah Bekoe Prof. Tahiru Azeko Salifu, Assoc. Prof. Emmanuel Osei Sarpong (Ph.D), Ms. Mercy Nabia Sagbil, Madam Majorie Affenyi, Gadotor Yram Kwame (Togbe Foe Tsali II), Obenfo Nana Kwesi Gyetuah, Prof. Samuel Awinkene Atintono, Prof. Eric Nyarko-Sampson, Dr. (Hajia) Amina Jangu Alhassan, and Dr.Chrysogonus Anab.
NaSIA looks forward to partnering with the NTC to ensure accountability, excellence, and equity across all pre-tertiary institutions. Together, we build a brighter future for Ghanaian education.

 

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July 4, 2025
An eleven-member governing board for the National Schools Inspectorate Authority (NaSIA) has been inaugurated by the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, in a ceremony which took place on the 3rd of July 2025, in the Ministers’ Conference Room at the Ministry of Education.
Addressing the newly constituted board, the Minister emphasized the critical role that NaSIA plays in ensuring quality standards within the pre-tertiary education system. He expressed great worry over the threat to safety and well-being of both learners and teachers, urging the board to take practical and decisive steps toward fulfilling NaSIA’s mandate of ensuring quality standards in Pre-Tertiary schools across the country.
The chairman of the board, Dr. Aaworb-Nang expressed deep gratitude on behalf of all board members to the President of the Republic of Ghana and the Minister for Education for the opportunity to serve. He reaffirmed the board’s commitment to upholding NaSIA’s mission and advancing the national agenda for quality education. He pledged to work with key stakeholders to ensure the tasked assigned them is realized.

The new board which includes, Maabobor Kor Jacob Aaworb-Nang Ph.D, Dr. Monique Armstrong-Baidoo, Dr. Christian Addai-Poku, Prof. Samuel Ofori Obuobisah Bekoe, Mr. Obenfo Nana Kwasi Gyetuah, Mr. Divine Worlanyo Agbenyo, Mr. Michael Akanvibe Ayuraboya, Ms. Emilia Affi Agbenyo, Dr. Issahaque Munawaru, Jennifer Tachi ESQ , Ing. Prof. Tahiru Salifu Azeko. is expected to focus their attention on strengthening schools inspection, improving regulatory compliance, and supporting continuous improvement in teaching and learning outcomes across Ghana’s basic and second cycle schools.

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June 16, 2025

The Inspector General of Schools (IGS),Prof. Tahiru Salifu Azeko spearheaded a comprehensive monitoring exercise on Thursday 14th June & Friday 15th June 2025, focusing on the ongoing Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) within the Ayawaso West Waguon and Awutu Senya East constituencies.

The visit underscored NaSIA’s commitment to ensuring the integrity, smooth administration, and conducive environment for this national examination.

The IGS and his team visited multiple centers observing adherence to examination protocols, security measures, invigilation standards, and the general welfare of candidates. The centres visited included Accra College of Education,St. Andrews,Achimota Basic 2,Akweley B ,Odupong SHS B ,Awutu Tetteh and AfahJoy Centres.

The IGS commended the collective effort witnessed at these centres.

NaSIA remains committed to continuous monitoring throughout the examination period to uphold the highest standards of credibility and fairness for all Ghanaian learners.

 

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June 13, 2025

The Inspector General of Schools for NaSIA, Prof. Tahiru Salifu Azeko joined the Hon. Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu,the Bono East Regional Minister Hon. Francis Owusu Antwi, the GES Director-General Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis, the Ministry of Education’s Chief Director, Mrs. Mamle Andrews, NaSIA Bono East Regional Director, Mr. Augustine Aboagye and other key education leaders to monitor the commencement of the 2025 BECE in Techiman. Examination centers visited included Techiman SHS, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Girls’ SHS, and Kwarteng Ankomah SHS.

The Hon. Minister encouraged candidates to approach the exams with confidence while emphasizing zero tolerance for malpractice. Some critical observations were made regarding infrastructure, including inadequate lighting and furniture in the examination centers, with assurances for prompt resolution.

Subsequently, the IGS, alongside the GES Director-General and MoE Chief Director, extended the examination monitoring to Krobo Community SHS in Techiman North, ensuring adherence to examination standards.

NaSIA remains committed to fostering quality education through rigorous oversight and collaboration with other key stakeholders.

Well wishes to all 2025 BECE candidates.

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April 25, 2025
On the 25th of April, 2025, the Inspector-General of Schools, Prof. Azeko, Salifu Tahiru, represented the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, at a ribbon-cutting ceremony of Bright Steps International, a school that integrates the Cambridge curriculum with Montessori early learning, providing specialized programs such as early intervention for children with autism and gifted education for exceptional learners.
In his remarks, Prof. Azeko Salifu Tahiru, commended the leadership of the school for an initiative that embodies the very essence of Ghana’s educational aspirations, diversity, innovation and inclusivity. He noted that this initiative aligns perfectly with the Ministry’s vision to ensure that no learner is left behind regardless of their learning needs or abilities and underscores the government’s support for initiatives that promote inclusivity.
He further mentioned that the Ministry of Education GH, the National Schools Inspectorate Authority and all other agencies under the Ministry, will stand with Bright Steps International School in this journey.
The event was attended by key stakeholders, including representatives from the Ministry of Health and the office of the Member of Parliament for Madina, parents, students, and community partners.
Climaxing the event was a student art exhibition, sensory activities designed for children with special needs, free health screenings, and partner exhibitions.

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April 24, 2025
On the 24th of April, 2025, His Excellency, John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana, launched the Free Sanitary Pad for Girls in schools initiative at the SDA cluster of schools park, at Mamprobi in Accra.
The event, themed “Improving Menstrual Health and Hygiene for Girls for Quality Education”, was aimed at providing free sanitary pads to 2 million girls in public basic and second cycle schools.
In his address, President, John Dramani Mahama, noted that “no girl in Ghana should miss school because of menstrual period” He emphasized Government’s commitment to providing sanitary pads every month to reduce absenteeism caused by the lack of menstrual hygiene products and also empower the girls to manage their periods with dignity.
Also present at this event was the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, His Royal Majesty, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, king and custodian of the Ga tradition, the Inspector-General of Schools, of the National Schools Inspectorate Authority, Prof. Azeko Salifu Tahiru, heads of institutions, other sector ministers and stakeholders.