The Ministry of Education has clarified that the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) is properly represented on the Governing Board of the Scholarship Authority, following concerns raised by the student body about the board’s composition and inauguration.

In a statement issued by the Press Secretary to the Minister for Education, Hashmin Mohammed, the ministry noted that the formation of the board followed extensive consultations with all critical stakeholders in the education sector, including student bodies, civil society organisations, and other key partners.

“Through this inclusive process, it was concluded that civil society organizations will serve as the umbrella body on the Governing Board. Accordingly, NUGS is rightfully represented on the board in accordance with the law,” the statement said.

The ministry encouraged the current NUGS leadership to engage with their immediate past leadership to fully understand the details of the representation and the processes involved.

It reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, inclusiveness, and collaborative governance in managing Ghana’s education sector, while acknowledging the constructive contributions of all stakeholders toward advancing quality and accessible education for all Ghanaians.

The statement comes after NUGS expressed concerns over whether its voice was adequately represented in the newly inaugurated Scholarship Authority Governing Board.