It is most patriotic to serve our nation through national service - Rev. Ntim Fordjour

A Deputy Minister of Education, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, has said National Service is the most patriotic way Ghanaians can serve the country.

According to him, Ghanaians need the contributions of all its citizens to grow.

He made this known on Thursday, September 7, 2023, during the flag hoisting ceremony at the forecourt of the headquarters of Ghana National Service Scheme in a ceremony called "NSS Remembrance Day" held to commemorate 50 years of the establishment of the National Service Scheme.

It is also to honour all fallen heroes who served the nation well through National Service.

Speaking at the event, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour urged the youth to emulate the patriotism of these persons.

"Let us arise in the spirit of patriotism and serve Ghana our motherland beyond partisan, religious, or tribal rhetorics that divide us. Ghana National Service Scheme has impacted our national development and will therefore be strengthened to deliver an enhanced mandate of building entrepreneurship, innovation, and employable skills among our youth," he said.

Meanwhile, the NSS owes personnel two months’ allowances, a situation that is causing them hardship.

The institution recently increased the allowances of beneficiaries from GH¢559 to GH¢713 to help them cope with the economic hardships they are facing.

Due to this, the Ghana National Service Personnel Association (NASPA) has urged the National Service Scheme to pay the arrears of its members.

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