President Ali swears in two remaining members of TSC

President, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali sworn in at his office, Shiv Chanderpaul Drive, Georgetown, the remaining two members of the Teaching Service Commission (TSC) as he officially welcomed them into their new roles on Friday.

Satti Jaisierisingh and Lancelot Baptiste took the oath and received their instruments of appointment from the president.

It was noted that the ceremony was attended by Attorney General, Mohabir Anil Nandlall, SC, Chief Education Officer Saddam Hussain, and other members of the commission.

The President extended his congratulations to the new members and expressed his hope that they work towards strengthening the education system and ensuring a fair and equitable environment for teachers.

“In which the process of governance continues to improve and deliver in a manner in which all can find acceptable standard and good governance. This is an important part of good governance,” he said.

In December 2022, five of the seven members of the TSC were sworn in by President Ali, including Maydha Persaud, Doodmattie Singh, Joan Ann David-Monkhouse, Shafiran Bhajan, and Mohammed Saddam Hussain. The life of the commission is three years, and a Chairman and Deputy Chairman will be elected at its first meeting.

It was disclosed that the swearing-in of the new members marks a significant step in the government’s efforts to improve the education sector and support the dedicated teachers who play a critical role in shaping the future of Guyana’s youth.