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541 last-minute appointments under Akufo-Addo gov’t revoked to uphold due process – Kwakye Ofosu
March 3, 2026
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541 last-minute appointments under Akufo-Addo gov’t revoked to uphold due process – Kwakye Ofosu

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Key Points

  • The Mahama administration revoked 541 public sector recruitments, appointments, and promotions made by the outgoing Akufo-Addo government after the December 7, 2024 elections.
  • A presidential committee, tasked with reviewing controversial post-election hires, upheld 1,539 appointments that met compliance standards and were issued before December 7, 2024, out of 2,080 cases reviewed.
  • The 541 revocations were for cases where recruitment processes concluded after the election and failed compliance standards, though this number was less than initial institutional cancellations due to special consideration for vulnerable groups.
  • The Mahama government accused the previous administration of knowingly pushing through non-compliant appointments during the lame-duck period and ignoring requests for a joint review.
  • The exercise was presented as a necessary step to uphold due process, the rule of law, and accountability, rather than a political purge, addressing a recurring issue in Ghana's political transitions.

Why This Matters

This action is significant for Ghana as it addresses the recurring issue of controversial public sector appointments during political transitions, which often undermines institutional integrity and public trust. It highlights the challenges in ensuring due process and accountability in governance, impacting the efficiency and non-partisanship of the public service.

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