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17 NSA recruited staff to reapply in line with Public Service procedure – Ampofo Ankrah
February 25, 2026
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17 NSA recruited staff to reapply in line with Public Service procedure – Ampofo Ankrah

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  • 17 staff members of Ghana's National Sports Authority (NSA) must reapply for their positions after working for 11 months due to irregular recruitment procedures.
  • The appointments lacked necessary clearances from the Public Services Commission and the Ministry of Finance, triggering public scrutiny and intervention from the Sports Minister and NSA Board.
  • The NSA Board had directed the Acting Director General to revoke the appointments, which he initially resisted, creating internal friction.
  • The affected officers have reportedly worked for nearly a year without official salary, raising questions about their payment arrangements outside official channels.
  • Following engagements, the NSA has committed to due process, administrative clarity, and regularizing employment through proper public service procedures, with affected individuals able to reapply for officially advertised vacancies.

Why This Matters

This incident exposes significant governance and administrative lapses within a vital public institution in Ghana, highlighting the critical need for strict adherence to public service regulations and financial accountability. It underscores the importance of transparent recruitment processes to ensure institutional stability, prevent corruption, and maintain public trust in government agencies.

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