The teacher and nurse trainees' allowances became a major issue in 2016, and it seems not to have been laid to rest.

Dr. Kwabena Opoku Aduse, Director of Kintampo Health College, is calling for a proper assessment before reviewing or canceling the policy.

The debate on the cancellation and restoration of the trainees' allowance shows no signs of conclusion. It appears to be more focused on politics than being a constructive discussion.

While many from the opposition National Democratic Congress and COSs advocate for cancellation, some in the ruling New Patriotic Party argue for its continued relevance.

The Director of the College, Dr. Kwabena Opoku Aduse, believes that, despite the increase in the student population, the cancellation of the allowance will affect the majority.

Therefore, he calls for a proper policy alternative before thinking of cancellation.

The Director argued that even with the allowance, a number of students find it difficult to pay their fees.

He added that sometimes the registration fee prevents some of them from attending their graduation ceremonies.

“The allowance really helps the student. It’s true that people abuse the allowance, but that doesn’t mean they should cancel the allowance. It helps a lot of students, just a few abuse it. Also, parents should be checking on their wards, by calling the school authorities," he told Adom News.

Dr. Aduse recounted instances in which parents, unable to afford their children’s school fees, participated in criticisms against government policies aimed at assisting the less privileged.

“The letters in front of me are from students who cannot pay their fees so they can’t go through the registration process. These very people's parents attack free policies. Free SHS has been beneficial. The free education policy should undergo review rather than cancellation," he stressed.