The National Health Students’ Association of Ghana (NAHSAG) has lauded President John Dramani Mahama for the recent initiative to streamline the payment of allowances for nursing and teacher trainees across Ghana.
In a March 23 statement issued by NAHSAG, the association expressed profound gratitude to the President for integrating trainee allowances into the general payroll system, a move the President said is expected to eliminate delays and ensure timely disbursement of funds.
As per the President’s announcement during his “Thank You Tour” in Tamale on Saturday, March 22, the allowances will now be paid directly by the Controller and Accountant-General, allowing them to be released alongside the monthly salaries of public sector workers.
NAHSAG stressed that the initiative’s implementation is expected to enhance the financial stability of trainees, allowing them to focus more on their academic and practical training without undue financial stress.
“This development is a significant milestone for NAHSAG, as it has addressed a long standing issue of our members. Financial stability of nursing trainees would be enhanced, enabling them to focus more on their studies and practical training.
“Once again, NAHSAG expresses its heartfelt appreciation to His Excellency, the President and the Government of Ghana for taking this proactive step in prioritizing the welfare of health students and teacher trainees and NAHSAG looks forward to continued support in addressing the needs of healthcare students and professionals in Ghana.”
NAHSAG acknowledged the government’s commitment to prioritizing the welfare of nursing and teacher trainees. The association emphasized that this decision would significantly benefit health students and the broader healthcare sector, ensuring that student nurses receive the financial support necessary for their professional development.
NAHSAG also expressed optimism about further collaboration between NAHSAG and relevant government agencies to address the needs of healthcare students and professionals in Ghana.
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