The Ghanaian government’s decision to revoke the appointments of employees made after December 7 has sparked international scrutiny. Critics, including the parliamentary minority and NPP members, have condemned the actions, while President John Dramani Mahama’s administration faces calls for the reinstatement of dismissed workers. Notably, the Ghana Education Service plans to reintegrate terminated teachers amid ongoing debates.
The recent decision by the Ghanaian government to terminate the appointments of certain individuals has drawn significant international scrutiny. On February 12, the Chief of Staff issued a directive mandating the dismissal of all employees who were appointed after December 7 and were not yet on the government payroll.
This action has faced criticism from the parliamentary minority and members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), notably Vincent Ekow Assafuah, the Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, who has expressed plans to file a lawsuit against the government.
According to Deutsche Welle (DW), after President John Dramani Mahama assumed office, numerous Ghanaians whose appointments became effective post-December 7, 2024, were dismissed. Reports indicate that among the affected individuals are nurses and teachers.
The opposition has strongly condemned the government’s moves, providing support to those who have lost their jobs as a result of this administrative shift. A social media post from the opposition highlights, “Since President John Mahama took office, there has been a mass revocation of appointments made after the previous government lost power. Among those affected are nurses and teachers. The opposition, in a show of solidarity, has called for their reinstatement, challenging the new administration’s stance that the previous administration recruited them without following due process. Trade unions have warned that the dismissal of key employees could have devastating consequences. DWAfrica Ghana”
In a development pertaining to the educational sector, the Ghana Education Service has announced plans to reintegrate teachers whose appointments were canceled.
The revocation of appointments made after December 7 by the Ghanaian government underscores a controversial transition of power that has garnered international attention. As the opposition voices strong disapproval and takes steps to support affected employees, the situation continues to evolve, highlighting the potential implications for key sectors such as education and healthcare. The announcement regarding the reintegration of teachers suggests an acknowledgment of the impact of these dismissals, but the discourse remains contentious.
Original Source: www.ghanaweb.com
