Ramabyaa ends Radibe's BTU era

Ramabyaa takes over from Japhter Radibe whose 16-year leadership ended with the constitution barring him from contesting after being forced into retirement by the Teaching Service Management (TSM) four years ago. The BTU constitution does not allow for a teacher who is not associated with any school to contest for any position.

The excited Ramabyaa said the teachers have demonstrated that they have much confidence and trust in him to lead them into the future. "I was optimistic that I would win based on the fact that I was already a serving member and have a clear understanding of labour issues," he said.