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The National Council of Private Teachers has issued a threat to boycott the 2024 general elections if the government does not address the pressing issues within the educational sector. The Council, representing private school teachers, has raised concerns over several challenges, including the high taxes imposed on private schools and the exclusion of private institutions from the government’s STEM education initiatives.
In an interview with Citi News, James Kwame Ackon, the Executive Director of the National Council of Private Teachers, elaborated on the reasons for the potential boycott. He pointed out that the excessive taxes on private schools make it difficult for school owners to adequately compensate their teachers. Additionally, Ackon expressed frustration over the growing number of unemployed graduates who, despite completing their university education and paying for licensure exams, struggle to find employment.
Ackon questioned the value of voting in the upcoming elections, stating, “What benefits are we going to get from voting? When I am a graduate with my certificate, my license, my national service, and I am not employed.” The Council’s threat highlights the broader dissatisfaction within the private education sector and its potential impact on voter participation in the December 2024 elections.
