The Minority in Parliament has called on the government to reverse its decision to revoke appointments of public service recruits after December 7, 2024. They expressed concern that the move has left many young people uncertain about their future and employment.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin addressed Parliament, urging President Mahama to intervene and protect the affected individuals. He questioned the decision to dismiss those who had passed aptitude tests and interviews, stressing the impact on their families and lives.

Meanwhile, Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga rejected the call. He attributed the situation to what he described as reckless recruitment by the Akufo-Addo government. According to Ayariga, many recruits were party supporters and family members.

“If you engage in recklessness and know you are leaving office, you decide to load the public sector with workers that will burden the incoming government. What do you expect?” Ayariga said.

He added, “I made those statements during the transition meetings, and I am repeating them here. It’s reckless to load the public sector with workers that the incoming government will inherit and struggle to pay.”

Ayariga further argued that the recruitment process lacked transparency, with no proper advertisements. He claimed that party foot soldiers and family members were simply chosen and placed in jobs.

The government’s directive, issued by Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, revokes all public service appointments made after December 7, 2024. This aligns with the government’s stance on end-of-tenure appointments, which they argue were made improperly.

The decision has sparked mixed reactions. Some see it as necessary to ensure proper public sector procedures, while others believe it harms those affected. The debate continues, with both sides presenting their arguments.

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