NAGRAT Demands Audit Over Alleged Inflated School Enrolment Figures
President Jacob Anaba of NAGRAT calls for an immediate audit of enrolment figures used to allocate funds under Ghana’s School Feeding Programme.
In Brief
- •President Jacob Anaba of NAGRAT calls for an immediate audit of enrolment figures used to allocate funds under Ghana’s School Feeding Programme.
- •Allegations that head teachers inflate pupil numbers to secure higher allocations were raised by National Coordinator Hajia Fati Forgor.
- •The audit aims to identify responsible parties and restore fairness in resource distribution.
- •Anaba also urges authorities to ensure meals meet nutritional standards for students.
- •The call was made on 25 September 2026 during an interview in Accra.
Why It Matters
The integrity of the School Feeding Programme is vital for ensuring that vulnerable children receive adequate nutrition and that school attendance is supported. If enrolment data is manipulated, funds intended for needy schools may be diverted, undermining the programme’s objectives and eroding public trust in government programmes. Addressing these allegations is therefore essential for equitable resource allocation and the health and educational outcomes of Ghanaian pupils.
Key Details
- Call for audit
- Immediate audit of enrolment figures
- Alleged practice
- Inflation of pupil enrolment figures by head teachers
- Potential impact
- Misallocation of resources to schools with inflated enrolment
- Date of call
- 25 September 2026
- Nutrition concern
- Meals may lack sufficient nutrients
Context & Background
Ghana's School Feeding Programme is a national initiative aimed at improving school attendance and nutrition among vulnerable children by providing meals in schools.
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