A letter circulating online claims that the Ghana Education Service (GES) has secured financial clearance to recruit 50,000 teachers and 10,000 non-teaching staff into the service. However, checks by the Ghana Education News portal raise serious doubts about the authenticity of this announcement.
What the Circulating Letter Says
The letter, dated 19th August 2025, and allegedly signed by Dr. Angela Frimpomaa Nkansah, Director of Human Resource at GES, claims that:
The GES has received financial clearance to recruit 50,000 teaching and non-teaching staff.
Applications are to be submitted through the official GES website (gespromotions.gov.gh) or manually at regional offices.
Applicants would be required to present key documents including National ID, certificates, SSNIT details, and a bank account.
The letter also appeared to circulate widely on social media, fueling expectations among unemployed graduate teachers and job seekers.
Fact-Check: Why the Letter Appears Fake
Upon review, Ghana Education News has identified several red flags:
Timing Conflict
On the same date the letter was allegedly issued (19th August 2025), the GES never posted it on its official Facebook page. On 20th August when the letter hit social media, the GES was fully engaged in the launch of the 2025 Ghana Teacher Prize. It is highly unlikely that the Service would simultaneously publish such a major recruitment press release without any official acknowledgment.No Official Confirmation
The GES has not published the letter on its official Facebook page or website, which are its usual communication channels for public recruitment announcements.Formatting and Language Issues
The letter contains inconsistencies in formatting and tone that do not align with GES’s official communication style.Past Precedent
Previous recruitment exercises have always been announced through official GES press releases and heavily covered by mainstream media. The absence of such coverage here further undermines the credibility of this document.
Conclusion: Recruitment Letter Is Fake Until GES Confirms
Based on current evidence, the letter circulating about the recruitment of 50,000 teaching and 10,000 non-teaching staff is most likely fake.
Until the Ghana Education Service issues an official statement through its verified channels, applicants are strongly advised to ignore the viral letter and avoid submitting sensitive documents through unofficial means.
As of now, GES has not opened any official recruitment portal for 2025.
Advice to Job Seekers
Always verify recruitment announcements directly from GES’s official website and social media pages.
Do not pay money or share personal documents with unverified individuals or offices.
Follow trusted educational news portals for updates to avoid falling victim to scams.
FAQs on GES Recruitment 2025
1. Has GES started recruiting 50,000 teachers and 10,000 non-teaching staff?
No. The circulating letter is not confirmed by GES and appears fake. The Service has not officially announced any recruitment.
2. Where does GES publish official recruitment notices?
GES posts recruitment updates on its official website and verified Facebook page. Any letter not published there should be treated with caution.
3. What should applicants do now?
Applicants should wait for an official press release from GES before taking any action. Avoid sharing documents or paying fees to unauthorized persons.
4. How can I confirm if a GES recruitment notice is genuine?
Always cross-check with the GES website, official social media handles, or mainstream media outlets that cover education in Ghana.
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5. When will GES officially recruit new teachers?
No official timeline has been announced. Ghana Education News will update readers once authentic information is released by GES.