The Deputy Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the National Council of Parent-Teacher Associations, Irene Sam, has called on the Ministry of Education and the Ghana Education Service (GES) to set aside political affiliations and treat the findings of North Tongu MP Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa with the seriousness it deserves.
Her comments follow allegations by Ablakwa that 22,000 bags of expired rice were repackaged and distributed to Senior High Schools (SHSs) across the country.
According to Ablakwa, the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO), in collaboration with Lamens Investments Africa Limited, was responsible for the distribution of the expired rice.
In response to the allegations, the Ministry of Education expressed gratitude to Mr. Ablakwa for bringing the issue to light.
Kwasi Kwarteng, spokesperson for the ministry, reassured the public that the ministry takes the allegations seriously and has launched an urgent investigation into the matter.
Meanwhile, Irene Sam has urged the Ministry of Education and GES to prioritize students’ welfare and handle the allegations professionally, free from political interference.
She emphasized the need for swift and impartial action to ensure the safety and well-being of students.
