Parliament has approved a budget of GHS31 billion for the Ministry of Education for the year 2025.

As part of its plans for the year, the Ministry intends to waive academic fees for all first-year students in public tertiary institutions to enhance access to higher education.

Additionally, the government will implement free tertiary education for persons with disabilities, aiming to reduce the financial burden on families.

To improve teacher welfare, the Ministry plans to commence the construction of 100 accommodation facilities for basic school teachers under the “Teacher Dabr? Initiative.”

Parliament earlier also approved a budget allocation of GHS4 billion for the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs for the 2025 fiscal year.

The funds will be used to pay allowances for assembly members and traditional authorities, as well as support various programmes and projects under the Ministry. Additionally, plans are in place to establish a National Prayer Day.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Thursday, March 27, Minister for Roads and Highways and MP for Adaklu, Governs Agbodza, addressed concerns about the remuneration of assembly members.

“The assembly members’ remuneration will be part of the Common Fund formula, which is being considered,” he stated.