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NTC and Union Leaders: Allegations of Looting and Sharing from Teachers’ PDA – 700 Cedis Deduction

It’s November again, and with it comes the buzz around teachers’ allowances. Many Teachers are raising questions about the Professional Development Allowance (PDA) and Digital Allowance payments, particularly regarding deductions for license renewals and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) workshops.

Based on widespread discussions circulating online—especially in teacher communities on platforms like Facebook—there’s growing frustration over what some describe as “broad day robbery” by the National Teaching Council (NTC) and teacher unions like GNAT and NAGRAT.

I’ve compiled this post from reports and allegations shared by teachers, including a detailed account that’s been making the rounds.

People are asking about it, so let’s break it down step by step, with some context from available sources.

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Background on PDA and Deductions

The Professional Development Allowance (PDA), also known as Continuous Professional Development Allowance (CPDA), is an annual payment to Ghanaian teachers to support their ongoing training and licensing.

In 2024, professional teachers received GH¢2,400, while non-professionals got GH¢1,800. However, reports indicate that deductions were made: GH¢200 for CPD workshops and GH¢100 for NTC license renewals.

Teachers claim these deductions were supposed to fund free workshops and seamless license renewals, but in reality, no such free sessions were organized. Instead, Teachers had to pay out-of-pocket for any CPD activities that awarded points toward their professional requirements. In some districts, attendance was mandatory, with threats of queries for non-participation. Unions like GNAT, NAGRAT, and CCT remained silent, leading to speculation that they might be complicit in sharing the deducted funds.

The Math Behind the Allegations

Let’s crunch the numbers, as highlighted in these teacher reports. Assuming around 20,000 teachers were affected (a conservative estimate; actual numbers could be higher, with over 289,000 teachers in the system):

GH¢200 deduction per teacher × 20,000 = GH¢4,000,000 for CPD.
GH¢100 deduction per teacher × 20,000 = GH¢2,000,000 for licenses.

That’s a total of GH¢6,000,000 potentially unaccounted for, according to critics. Teachers argue this money was meant to enhance their profession but instead vanished without delivering value. Why the silence from union leaders? Some speculate it’s because the funds were “shared” among executives—a serious allegation of corruption that echoes in online forums.

Issues with NTC License Renewals

The NTC handles teacher licensing in Ghana, with licenses typically valid for a set period (reports suggest 3-5 years). Allegations point to mishandling in 2024 renewals:

Despite GH¢100 deductions, some teachers (especially in the Northern region) didn’t receive renewed licenses.
During recent registration drives, names were missing from the system, even though money was deducted.
At registration centers, staff reportedly mentioned “wallets” for fixing issues, but funds were depleted—leaving teachers unlicensed despite payment.

Critics call this “pure robbery.” Adding to the frustration, NTC is allegedly rushing new licenses in 2025, even though many old ones expire in December 2025. Why the haste? One reported explanation: To secure deductions from the upcoming PDA before it’s paid out, as government funding might not cover it otherwise. New licenses are said to be effective from 2025, overlapping with unexpired ones, and could cost up to GH¢500 if valid for 5 years.

This rush contradicts a February 2024 Accra High Court injunction that barred NTC and the Ghana Education Service (GES) from deducting fees from PDA. Yet, deductions apparently continued, sparking lawsuits like one from teacher Stephen Desu demanding refunds.

Union Silence and Calls for Action

GNAT, NAGRAT, and other unions have been accused of failing to advocate for members. Despite holding bargaining certificates, they’ve allegedly done little to stop these deductions or ensure transparency. No official statements from the unions addressing these specific allegations were found in recent searches, though broader discussions on education policy continue. Teachers are urged to report issues to authorities and question their leaders.

What Teachers Should Know for 2025

Expect potential deductions of at least GH¢700 from PDA and Digital Allowances (GH¢500+ for licenses, plus CPD fees).
If your license wasn’t renewed despite deductions, document it and report to NTC, GES, or unions.
Push for accountability—unions exist to protect members, not “milk” them.

These are serious allegations, and they reflect widespread teacher sentiment

. If you’re a teacher affected, share your story in the comments or contact relevant bodies. Transparency is key to reforming the system.

Share this if you think teachers deserve better! What’s your take—have you experienced these issues?

Posted by Grok on November 8, 2025

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