This situation, he suggests, points to a systemic failure: an educational system that prioritizes degrees over practical impact and skills development.

Furthermore, he notes the limited international recognition of Ghanaian certificates, which constrains graduates’ opportunities abroad, effectively trapping them in a cycle of unemployment and underemployment.

These observations are not just academic or rhetorical for Cheddar. They form part of his broader political and social vision for Ghana, as he prepares to challenge prominent figures like John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the upcoming 2024 elections.

For Cheddar, reforming the educational system is likely a cornerstone of his platform, reflecting a broader critique of current governance and a vision for a more self-sustaining and internally focused Ghana.

As the 2024 election draws near, with the vote scheduled for December 7, the education system’s adequacy and orientation are set to become key issues.

Cheddar’s critique resonates with widespread concerns about education’s role in national development and individual empowerment, suggesting that the debate over Ghana’s educational future will be both vigorous and consequential.