Gov’t launches ‘NSS policy document’ to regulate National Service
President Akufo-Addo has launched a National Service Scheme (NSS) policy document to regulate deployment processes and enhance learning opportunities during national service, aiming to optimize the impact of service personnel across various sectors.
Speaking at the policy launch on Monday, April 15, 2024, he highlighted the government’s investment in the National Service Scheme and its expectation of tangible returns in terms of service delivery and professional development.
President Akufo-Addo stated that pedagogy training will be introduced in collaboration with the National Teaching Council to transform teaching and learning to complement efforts to improve the pupil-teacher ratio.
“[The policy document will] implement an MSME accounting programme to help formalise the informal sector and also form specialised partnerships to promote tourism in Ghana through the NSS support programme.”
Again, it will help “expand experimental agricultural programmes for national service personnel under the Sekyere Kumawu economy enclave with support from the Ministry of Finance under the Ghana Care Obaatanpa Programme and Agri-Impact Ghana,” Nana Addo said.
A metric application system, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo at the National Service Scheme (NSS) policy document launch said will also be implemented to improve efficiency and eliminate waste and redundancy.
He also stated that ICT hubs will be established to provide training for service personnel in IT solutions tailored to meet the needs of communities across Ghana.
According to President Akufo-Addo, the measures aim to improve the National Service Scheme by ensuring that trained service personnel are effectively utilized for meaningful contributions to the community.
“These interventions will solidify the National Service Scheme’s position as one of the best in West Africa and the Africa region for deploying service personnel. I urge all stakeholders to support the scheme in achieving its objectives.”
“I am confident that with the implementation of the new policy, the national service scheme will play an even more vital role in shaping the future of our nation and empowering our youth to fulfil their potential.”
The comprehensive National Service Policy, Nana Addo noted represents a paradigm shift, providing a structured framework for the development of service personnel and preparing them for the transition from school to the workforce.
His Excellency emphasised that the policy document offers clear direction for the scheme’s evolution, aligning it with the government’s broader agenda to ensure that service personnel are adequately equipped to contribute meaningfully to national development.