Ayawaso East MP urges striking teachers to return to class

The Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East, Baba Jamal, has called on teachers engaged in industrial action to resume classroom duties as talks with the government progress. The strike, now in its fourth day, has left many schools across the country closed and raised concerns among parents and education officials about lost learning time. Speaking at a ceremony to commission new school infrastructure in his constituency, Jamal emphasized that patriotism and self‑lessness should guide the teachers’ conduct during the dispute. He urged the Ministry of Education to listen to teachers’ concerns while also reminding the striking workforce that the nation needs their service. “The children have been suffering,” an education official said, noting that the lack of proper sanitation facilities has forced some pupils to stay home. The MP commissioned a 12‑unit classroom block at the Nima cluster of schools, a 20‑seater washroom at Flagstaff House Basic School and a 12‑seater washroom at the same cluster. He also unveiled a renovated Nima roundabout, describing it as a symbol of progress for Ayawaso East and a tribute to a late MP who initiated the project. The official highlighted that the new facilities will improve hygiene and reduce the need for students to leave class for bathroom breaks. The projects are part of a broader effort to upgrade educational infrastructure in the area. Jamal reiterated that negotiations are ongoing and that the government remains committed to addressing teachers’ demands. He expressed hope that a swift resolution will allow schools to reopen fully. The Education Directorate affirmed that the newly commissioned structures will create a more conducive environment for teaching and learning. Parents and school administrators welcomed the infrastructure upgrades, viewing them as a positive step toward better learning conditions. No specific date was announced for the resumption of classes, but the MP indicated that the situation will be monitored closely. The call for teachers to return to the classroom reflects a broader appeal for national unity amid industrial unrest.