By: Ashiadey Dotse
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Old Tafo, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has condemned the government’s decision to dismiss workers recruited after the December 7, 2024 elections, calling it “political victimization.” He has also threatened to take legal action against the government over the issue.
In a statement, Mr. Assafuah criticized the move, arguing that it does not help to reduce unemployment but rather worsens economic hardship. “If this government is serious about job creation, it should be expanding opportunities, not displacing workers,” he said.
As a member of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Education and Housing, Mr. Assafuah expressed disappointment in the government’s decision and assured that the next New Patriotic Party (NPP) government would reinstate the dismissed workers.
He also emphasized that Ghana operates under a constitutional government governed by laws. “The 1992 Constitution does not support the arbitrary dismissal of public servants without just cause,” he stated.
The MP urged all affected workers to contact him, promising to fight for their rights. “We will fight this injustice together,” he assured.
Background
The government has revoked all appointments and recruitments made in the Public Service after the December 7, 2024.
In a letter addressed to heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah directed them to cancel these appointments. He argued that the recruitments did not follow proper governance practices.
As a result, all government institutions must annul such appointments and submit detailed report on their actions by February 17, 2025.
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