The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has called for the responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Ghana’s education system, cautioning against allowing the technology to determine the future of young people.
According to the minister, while AI presents significant opportunities to transform teaching and learning, it should remain a tool to support education rather than replace critical thinking, creativity and responsible decision-making among learners.
Mr Iddrisu made the remarks during an interview on Channel One TV’s The Point of View, where he discussed the growing influence of emerging technologies on education and the need to prepare students to use them responsibly.
“AI is the future, but we shouldn’t allow AI to define the tomorrow of our learners,” he said.
He stressed that the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence in classrooms and everyday life makes it necessary for students to receive proper guidance on the responsible use of the technology.
“They should be guided ethically and responsibly, including the online use of gadgets and educationally assisted technology,” he added.
The Education Minister emphasised that technology should complement rather than replace the learning process, noting that schools, teachers and parents all have important roles to play in helping young people develop the skills and values needed to navigate an increasingly digital world.
His comments come at a time when artificial intelligence tools are becoming more widely used by students and educators globally, sparking discussions on how governments and educational institutions can maximise the benefits of AI while addressing concerns over academic integrity, digital safety and ethical technology use.
Mr Iddrisu’s remarks add to ongoing conversations about integrating AI into Ghana’s education system in a way that equips learners with digital skills while preserving critical thinking, innovation and responsible citizenship.
