GES sends important message to all COE and university graduates about 2025 recruitment

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has issued a strong advisory to the public, debunking a fraudulent letter falsely claiming to offer financial clearance for the recruitment of 50,000 teaching and non-teaching staff. In an immediate media release dated today, GES management emphasized that no such recruitment exercise is underway and urged citizens to disregard the scam.

The official statement, signed by Daniel Fenyin, Head of Public Relations at GES, highlights the dangers of misinformation spreading rapidly on social media platforms. “The Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has noted a letter circulating on social media claiming financial clearance for the recruitment of 50,000 teaching and non-teaching staff,” the release states. It categorically declares the document as “FAKE” and clarifies that it did not originate from GES.

This alert comes amid ongoing concerns about fraudulent schemes targeting job seekers in Ghana’s education sector. Scammers often exploit public demand for employment opportunities by fabricating official-looking documents, leading to potential financial losses or identity theft for unsuspecting victims. GES has not announced any large-scale recruitment drive at this time, and the release stresses that future exercises will be communicated exclusively through verified channels.

“When the recruitment officially commences, it shall be communicated ONLY through the GES and Ministry of Education official outlets,” the statement reads. The public is advised to ignore the bogus letter and report any suspicious activities linked to it, including demands for payments or personal information.

This incident underscores the growing threat of digital fraud in recruitment processes across West Africa. In recent months, similar scams have targeted sectors like healthcare and public administration, prompting regulatory bodies to ramp up awareness campaigns. GES encourages job applicants to verify opportunities directly via its official website (ges.gov.gh) or the Ministry of Education’s portals.

For those affected or with information on related fraud, GES can be contacted through its Public Relations Unit at P.O. Box MB-45, Accra. The agency reaffirms its commitment to transparent hiring practices and protecting the integrity of Ghana’s education workforce.

As Ghana continues to invest in its educational infrastructure, vigilance against such deceptions remains crucial. Stay informed, stay safe—official announcements only from official sources.

Meanwhile, gespages.com is closely monitoring the situation at the Ministry of Education and GES headquarters for updates on the 2025 recruitment. We urge all graduates to remain calm and patient. We’ll keep you informed through our WhatsApp group as soon as we receive any updates. Kindly join us using the link provided. Click here