Accra: The Government has withdrawn all appointments and recruitments made in the Public Service of Ghana by the former Akufo-Addo Administration after December 7, 2024. A circular issued to all heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies by Mr. Julius Debrah, the Chief of Staff at the Presidency, and copied to the Ghana News Agency, highlighted this development.
According to Ghana News Agency, the circular stated: "Consistent with Government pronouncement in relation to near end of tenure appointments and recruitments, wish to bring to your attention that all appointments and recruitments made in the Public Services of Ghana after 7th December, 2024 are not in compliance with established good governance practices and principles."
Mr. Debrah requested that all Heads of Government Institutions take the necessary steps to annul any such appointments or recruitments. Additionally, they are required to submit a comprehensive report on the actions taken to his Office by February 17, 2025.
The statement concluded with an expression of gratitude for the cooperation of the institutions involved.
