The Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES), Professor Ernest Davis, has explained the reasons behind delays in issuing Staff Identification Numbers (IDs) to teachers recruited in 2024, following protests by some affected recruits at GES headquarters.
Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem on February 19, 2026, Professor Davis said the delays largely stem from missed deadlines during the validation and mechanisation process.
“Those who were genuinely recruited, appeared on the master list, and submitted their documents within the stipulated time have already been mechanised,” he stated.
He added that some teachers claiming appointments are not on the official list or lack the required qualifications for their roles.
“There are cases where individuals have appointment letters, but their certificates do not qualify them for the positions they claim,” he explained.
Professor Davis noted that clearance processes follow strict timelines.
Using Greater Accra as an example, he said, “We had 19 teachers whose documents arrived after the window for submission closed. Once the timeline ends, even if you are validated, your case becomes a back case.”
He also clarified that between May and September 2025, GES did not expect any validation or mechanisation, and any appointments processed outside this period will not appear on the official list.
“We are aware of the complaints, and regional directors will engage directly with affected teachers,” he assured.
The comments come after newly recruited teachers from the 2024 cohort picketed GES, demanding the issuance of their staff IDs and the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances.
According to their leader, Daniel Aidoo, “We have worked for 14 months without pay because our staff IDs have not been processed. Despite repeated assurances, no concrete action has been taken to resolve the matter.”
But Professor Davis said GES will still review all concerns, and, where necessary, affected teachers may have to wait and reapply.
He encouraged patience while the Service ensures that all processes are completed according to official timelines and procedures.
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