Dr. Habibatou Drammeh, Minister of Basic and Secondary Education
By Makutu Manneh
The Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (MoBSE) announced on Monday that it would take disciplinary action against teachers in Region Two East (2E) who participated in a strike over unpaid allowances, with particular focus on team leaders who reportedly abandoned their classrooms.
In a press statement, the ministry described the strike as “concerning,” noting that previous engagements on the matter had already concluded and discrepancies in the designation of the allowances had been addressed.
“The term used to describe the allowances due to these teachers cannot be referred to as a “double shift.” as some of the concerned teachers in this region are not working in two shifts. This anomaly has been thoroughly discussed with all relevant stakeholders and has been effectively addressed,” the release stated.
The statement underscored that the ministry would not tolerate insubordination, particularly by a small group operating under what it described as a misleading banner aimed at disrupting the education system.
“The actions of these few teachers, particularly the team leaders, will not be entertained, and the necessary disciplinary measures will be implemented as required.”
MoBSE also expressed regret that while it was clarifying and correcting the anomalies, some teachers chose to initiate a strike and encouraged colleagues to refrain from reporting to school. The ministry urged teachers to return to their classrooms to avoid facing consequences.
At the same time, MoBSE reaffirmed its commitment to recognizing teachers as critical stakeholders in the education sector. “The Ministry remains committed to respecting the rights and promoting the welfare of all teachers and will continue to support them in delivering quality education,” the statement added.
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