A special committee established by the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has completed a comprehensive review of public service recruitments, appointments and promotions made after the 7th December 2024 general elections, upholding the majority while revoking those found to have breached due process.
The Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, disclosed the outcomes on Tuesday, confirming that out of 2,080 appointments initially under review, 1,201 were upheld after satisfying required administrative procedures.
In addition, 338 appointments involving persons with disabilities were also maintained, reflecting compliance with due process and adherence to statutory protections for the disabled.
However, the panel recommended the revocation of 541 appointments that failed to meet established public sector recruitment guidelines and procedural standards.
The review exercise was initiated following directives from the Chief of Staff instructing all affected public institutions to halt and revoke appointments made after the December 7 elections pending formal scrutiny—an order that stirred both support and criticism within public and political circles.
Speaking on the review, Kwakye Ofosu emphasised that the process was aimed at promoting transparency, meritocracy and legal compliance within the civil service, and not intended as a politically motivated purge of personnel.
The findings come amid broader debates about governance during transition periods between administrations, particularly regarding “lame-duck” hires and the need for strengthened institutional safeguards to ensure fairness and continuity in public sector recruitment.
With most appointments upheld, the government says affected individuals whose roles were maintained can resume duties without further challenge, while those whose appointments were revoked have been advised accordingly.
