Teacher and Nursing Trainees Celebrate as Government Clears Allowance Arrears

The government has officially settled all outstanding allowance arrears owed to teacher and nursing trainees for the first half of 2025. The move, announced by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson during the Mid-Year Budget Review presentation, has sparked celebrations and relief among thousands of students nationwide.

A total of GH¢191.7 million was disbursed to teacher trainees across the country, marking a long-awaited resolution to months of delayed payments. These allowances are crucial for covering the cost of living, study materials, and transportation for students who are training to become the next generation of educators.

Even more significant was the allocation of GH¢462.6 million to nursing trainees, whose critical role in Ghana’s healthcare system has been under pressure due to economic challenges. Nursing training institutions reported an uptick in morale and attendance as trainees received SMS alerts confirming their allowances had landed.

Beyond the trainee payments, the government unveiled a comprehensive investment package to strengthen key social programs:

GH¢300 million towards the No Fee Stress Policy, designed to ease financial barriers for students

GH¢72.8 million allocated to Capitation Grants for basic schools

A whopping GH¢895 million for the School Feeding Programme, a cornerstone initiative ensuring students receive meals during school hours

“The government’s commitment to human capital development is stronger than ever,” said Dr. Forson. “We are not just clearing debts—we’re investing in the future of Ghana.”

Dr. Forson assured Parliament and the nation that allowance payments will now be made monthly, providing predictability and stability for students. As the dust settles on the latest budget review, Ghanaian trainees are celebrating not just a financial win, but a renewed confidence in the government’s support for public service professionals in the making.