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GES Releases Steps for February Salary Validation on GoG ePV Platform

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Ferdinand  | Education Ghana | February 21 | GES Releases Steps for February Salary Validation on GoG ePV Platform

 

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has outlined detailed steps for validating February salaries through the GoG ePV portal. Here is a complete guide for heads of institutions and validators.

The validation of February salaries for public sector workers has commenced on the Government of Ghana electronic payroll validation (GoG ePV) platform.

Heads of institutions and designated validators have been directed to complete the process online to ensure accurate salary payments and eliminate ghost names from the payroll.

The platform can be accessed via www.gogepv.com.

Step-by-Step Guide to Validate February Salary

The validation process involves confirming the status of all staff listed on the Payroll Voucher (PV). Below are the outlined steps:

  1. Log on to the GoG ePV portal at www.gogepv.com.
  2. Enter your login credentials.
  3. Confirm the name of your school and the total number of teachers captured on the Payroll Voucher.
  4. Click on the VALIDATE button.
  5. The list of staff members will appear.
  6. Tick the checkbox under the Action column.
  7. Click on each teacher’s name to view salary details.
  8. Review the details carefully.
  9. Click APPROVE if the person is a current staff member.
  10. Click POSTED OUT if the person is no longer at the school.
  11. Repeat the process for all listed staff.
  12. Click PROCESSED to view a summary of validations. Corrections can be made by selecting a staff name and editing the status if necessary.
  13. To add missing staff, click on POSTED IN.
  14. Enter the Staff ID of the teacher to retrieve their details and click APPROVE.
  15. After validating all entries, click FORWARD.
  16. Review the summary sheet and confirm the total number of validated teachers.
  17. Click FORWARD again to finalise the process.
  18. A confirmation message will appear to indicate successful validation.
    Importance of Payroll Validation

The electronic validation exercise forms part of ongoing payroll reforms aimed at strengthening transparency and accountability in public sector salary administration. It ensures that only verified staff receive payment and reduces errors or irregularities.

Heads of schools are encouraged to complete the exercise promptly to avoid delays in salary processing.

GES Releases Steps for February Salary Validation on GoG ePV Platform

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GTEC Hands Over Royal Nursing College Proprietress to Police for Prosecution

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Over 800 Students GTEC Stranded as Royal Nursing College Shut Down Over Accreditation Breach

Ferdinand  | Education Ghana | February 21 | GTEC Hands Over Royal Nursing College Proprietress to Police for Prosecution

 

Deputy Director-General of the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) , Prof. Augustin Ocloo, confirms that the wife of the Director of Royal Nursing College has been handed over to police for prosecution following accreditation breaches.

The Deputy Director-General, Prof. Augustin Ocloo, has disclosed that the wife of the Director of has been handed over to the police for prosecution.

According to Prof. Ocloo, the woman, who is also the proprietress of a Montessori school affiliated with the college, is being processed for legal action in connection with regulatory breaches uncovered during investigations into the institution’s operations.

Escalation of Regulatory Action

The development follows the recent closure of Royal Nursing College after it was found to be operating without proper accreditation. The Council had earlier ordered the shutdown of the institution, a move that left more than 800 students stranded.

Prof. Ocloo indicated that the decision to involve law enforcement forms part of GTEC’s commitment to enforcing compliance within the tertiary education sector. He stressed that operating an educational institution without the requisite accreditation undermines quality assurance and places students at significant risk.

Legal and Regulatory Implications

Under Ghana’s tertiary education framework, institutions must obtain and maintain valid accreditation before admitting students or running programmes. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including closure and prosecution.

The case now shifts from administrative enforcement to criminal proceedings, as the police take over investigations to determine the appropriate legal consequences.

Call for Due Diligence

Education analysts say the incident underscores the need for prospective students and parents to verify the accreditation status of institutions before enrolment. GTEC has repeatedly advised the public to consult its official database of accredited institutions.

The Council is expected to provide further updates as the legal process unfolds.

 

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Over 800 Students Stranded as Royal Nursing College Shut Down Over Accreditation Breach

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Over 800 Students GTEC Stranded as Royal Nursing College Shut Down Over Accreditation Breach

Ferdinand  | Education Ghana | February 21 | Over 800 Students Stranded as Royal Nursing College Shut Down Over Accreditation Breach

More than 800 students have been left stranded after the Ghana Tertiary Education Council ordered the closure of Royal Nursing College for operating without proper accreditation.

Over 800 students have reportedly been left stranded following the closure of .

The shutdown was ordered by the after investigations revealed that the institution was operating without the required accreditation.

Regulatory Action

According to sources, the Council’s action followed routine compliance checks which uncovered irregularities in the College’s operational status. The institution was found not to have the proper accreditation to run its nursing programmes.

Under Ghana’s tertiary education regulatory framework, all institutions offering diploma or degree programmes must secure and maintain valid accreditation before admitting students. Operating without approval constitutes a breach of national education laws and regulatory standards.

Students Left in Limbo

The abrupt closure has left hundreds of students uncertain about their academic future. Many are said to have already paid tuition and completed significant portions of their training.

Parents and guardians have also expressed concern over the financial and emotional impact of the development, especially for students who are close to completing their programmes.

Education stakeholders are calling on the appropriate authorities to outline clear transition arrangements, including possible transfers to accredited institutions to safeguard the academic progress of affected students.

Broader Implications for Tertiary Education

The development raises renewed concerns about quality assurance in Ghana’s expanding private tertiary education sector. Regulators have repeatedly cautioned prospective students to verify the accreditation status of institutions before enrolment.

The Ghana Tertiary Education Council is expected to issue further clarification on the next steps for students and the institution’s management.

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Ketu North MP Calls for Review of Social Studies Textbook Over ‘Colonization Benefits’ Content

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Ketu North MP Calls for Review of Social Studies Textbook Over ‘Colonization Benefits’ Content

Ferdinand  | Education Ghana | February 19 | Ketu North MP Calls for Review of Social Studies Textbook Over ‘Colonization Benefits’ Content

The Member of Parliament for Ketu North, , has called for the immediate review and possible recall of a Junior High School Social Studies textbook over what he describes as dehumanizing and historically misleading content.

In a statement dated 17 February 2026, the MP raised concerns about portions of the Aki-Ola Series Social Studies textbook that reportedly outline “benefits Ghana has derived from colonization.”

 

MP Condemns Textbook Content

According to Mr. Agbana, the referenced content not only presents false narratives but also attempts to portray colonization as beneficial to Ghanaian society.

He stated that such representations sanitize a painful chapter of African history and risk distorting the understanding of students. The MP argued that colonization was marked by systematic violations of human rights, identity, and dignity, and should not be framed in a manner that appears to justify or glorify its impact.

 

The Ketu North legislator also referenced the broader continental discourse on reparations, noting that Ghana’s President, , has been championing efforts toward historical accountability and justice at the African Union and international levels.

He described it as contradictory for Ghana to pursue reparative justice globally while educational materials appear to present colonization in a favorable light to schoolchildren.

Petition to Ghana Education Service

Mr. Agbana announced his intention to formally petition the to review the textbook and ensure that any harmful or misleading content is removed from the curriculum.

He stressed that Ghana’s education system must reflect historical integrity and present an accurate account of slavery and colonization, emphasizing their negative and inhumane consequences.

“Our education system must reflect truth, justice, and historical integrity,” he noted, adding that children deserve an education grounded in dignity and factual representation of Ghana’s past.

Curriculum Review Debate Rekindled

The development is likely to reignite national conversations about curriculum oversight, textbook approval processes, and the teaching of colonial history in Ghanaian schools.

Education stakeholders have often called for balanced historical interpretation that acknowledges complexity while remaining faithful to documented historical realities.

The Ghana Education Service is yet to respond publicly to the MP’s call for review.

Ketu North MP Calls for Review of Social Studies Textbook Over ‘Colonization Benefits’ Content

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John Dumelo Launches Free Cocoa Drink Programme for Basic Schools in Ayawaso West Wuogon

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John Dumelo Launches Free Cocoa Drink Programme for Basic Schools in Ayawaso West Wuogon

Ferdinand  | Education Ghana | February 19 | John Dumelo Launches Free Cocoa Drink Programme for Basic Schools in Ayawaso West Wuogon

Pupils in public basic schools within Ayawaso West Wuogon are set to benefit from a new nutrition support initiative led by the Member of Parliament for the constituency, .

In a statement dated 19 February 2026, the MP announced that beginning 2 March 2026, all public basic school pupils from Class 1 to Class 4 will receive free Ghana-made cocoa drinks once every week until the end of the academic year.

Weekly Cocoa Distribution for Public School Pupils

The programme will cover all public basic schools in the Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency. According to the statement, the initiative is designed to support child nutrition, improve school participation, and promote the consumption of locally produced cocoa products.

Cocoa, described in the statement as nutritionally rich, contains antioxidants, iron, and magnesium, nutrients believed to support cognitive development and sustained energy levels among growing children.

Supporting Local Industry

Beyond its nutritional purpose, the initiative is also positioned as an economic support measure. By sourcing exclusively Ghana-made cocoa products, the programme seeks to boost demand for local manufacturers and cocoa farmers.

Ghana remains one of the world’s leading cocoa producers, and increased domestic consumption aligns with ongoing national conversations about value addition and local processing.

Education and Attendance

The MP noted that providing regular nutritious drinks may help encourage consistent attendance and active participation in public schools. The initiative reflects a broader understanding that child health directly affects learning outcomes.

The statement further emphasized national pride, urging children to appreciate cocoa as one of Ghana’s most important natural resources.

Community Impact

The cocoa distribution programme is expected to run throughout the year, benefiting hundreds of pupils across the constituency.

Observers say such constituency-level interventions, when sustained, can complement national school feeding and child welfare programmes.

The Ayawaso West Wuogon initiative adds to growing efforts by public officials to integrate health, education, and local industry support within community development strategies.

John Dumelo Launches Free Cocoa Drink Programme for Basic Schools in Ayawaso West Wuogon

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GES Directs Schools to Submit Data on WASH-Related Clubs by February 20

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GES Directs Schools to Submit Data on MAHAMA WASH-Related Clubs by February 20 BECE

Ferdinand  | Education Ghana | February 17 |  GES Directs Schools to Submit Data on WASH-Related Clubs by February 20


The Ghana Education Service (GES) has directed all schools to submit detailed information on WASH-related clubs, including NFSI, Climate Change, SMART and Hygiene Clubs, by 10:00 a.m. on February 20, 2026.

The district has initiated a district-wide assessment of school clubs operating under Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) programmes.

Heads of schools have been formally requested to provide comprehensive data on all WASH-related clubs in their institutions. The directive forms part of efforts to evaluate the effectiveness, sustainability, and current status of health and sanitation initiatives in schools.

 

Scope of the Assessment

Schools are required to report on clubs including, but not limited to:

NFSI Clubs
Climate Change Clubs
SMART Clubs
Zoomkids Clubs
Hygiene and Sanitation Clubs
Environmental Health Clubs
WASH Ambassadors
HIV/AIDS Peer Educators
Water Safety Clubs
Adolescent Health Clubs

Institutions must also include any other relevant groups operating within the WASH framework.

Required Information

According to the directive, each school must complete the designated Google questionnaire and provide the following details:

The name and type of each club
The current status of each club, whether active or inactive
Challenges affecting functionality or participation
Recommendations or proposed measures to strengthen club activities and sustainability

The deadline for submission is 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026.

Mandatory Participation

The exercise applies to all schools within the district. Education authorities have emphasized that no school should be excluded from the data collection process.

The assessment is expected to provide insight into the level of student engagement in sanitation, hygiene education, climate awareness, adolescent health, and peer-led advocacy initiatives. It will also help inform future policy direction and resource allocation within the WASH in Schools framework.

Strengthening School-Based Health Initiatives

WASH clubs play a critical role in promoting:

Safe water practices
Proper sanitation and hygiene
Environmental protection
Disease prevention awareness
Peer education and leadership development

By reviewing their operational status and identifying existing gaps, the Ghana Education Service aims to strengthen school-based health structures and enhance sustainability across basic and second-cycle institutions.

School heads are encouraged to ensure the timely and accurate submission of the required information.

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