The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu has directed the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to withdraw its earlier letters concerning post-retirement contracts for academic senior members in public universities.

The directive affects letters dated September 30 and October 1, 2025, which addressed the issue of post-retirement engagements within the tertiary education sector.

According to a press statement issued by the Ministry, the decision followed a meeting between the Minister and the leadership of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG).

“The Honourable Minister for Education has directed the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to immediately withdraw its letters dated September 30 and October 1, 2025, concerning the post-retirement contracts of Academic Senior Members of public universities,” the statement said.

The Ministry explained that the move is intended to allow for broader consultations before any final policy direction is taken.

“The decision has been taken pending further consultations with relevant stakeholders to ensure that any policy direction in this regard reflects broad consensus, promotes institutional sustainability, and serves the best interests of Ghana’s tertiary education sector,” it added.

It further emphasised government’s commitment to a collaborative approach in handling issues within the education sector.

“The Ministry of Education remains committed to a transparent, inclusive, and consultative approach in addressing matters affecting the higher education landscape,” the statement signed by Hashmin Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Minister for Education noted.