Pictured: Principle Advisor for Education in Jiwaka Province, Mr. Andrew Kuk (Supplied footage)
By John Mori
Following the launching of the investigation by the Jiwaka Education Board and Administration on several senior education officers alleged to be collecting illegal fees from new graduate Teachers.
Five officers who have been identified and were served notices of suspension.
The suspension took effect as of 2nd of April and last for the duration of investigation.
This was revealed by the Principle Advisor for Education in Jiwaka Province, Mr. Andrew Kuk
Mr. Kuk described the unfortunate act as immature and unacceptable, painting a bad image for the Jiwaka Education Sector and Province as a whole.
He said there are now under suspension and refrained from either conducting moral duties or enter education premises.