The Minority Leader, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has urged President John Dramani Mahama to reverse the mass dismissals recently carried out at the public sector.
In a Tuesday, February 18, 2025 letter issued by the Minority Leader to the President, he asked John Mahama to “issue an immediate directive to withdraw the Chief of Staff’s instruction that have led to mass dismissals.”
This follows a directive by the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, to all heads of government institutions to revoke all appointments made into public offices after December 7, 2024.
Afenyo-Markin, in his letter held that the President would demonstrate his commitment to the rule of law by issuing such a directive which will also seek to protect the constitutional rights of all citizens.
He urged the President to “direct the immediate reinstatement of all affected employees to their respective positions, ensuring that the harm done to them and their families is corrected without delay. This will restore confidence in the public service and reaffirm your administration’s commitment to justice and fairness.”
“Task the Minister for Labour, Jobs, and Employment with monitoring compliance by all public institutions with the directive to reinstate affected employees. The Minister should also provide a comprehensive report to Your Excellency and Parliament within 30 days, detailing the steps taken to rectify the situation and prevent future occurrences.”
The Effutu lawmaker also indicated that the President’s directive, if carried, would not address only the injustice caused to the affected people but also reinforce his government’s commitment to the principles of good governance, inclusivity and the rule of law.
“They will serve as a testament to your leadership and your unwavering dedication to the welfare of all Ghanaians. Your Excellency, while affected individuals may seek legal recourse through Articles 2(1) and 130 of the Constitution, I firmly believe that your prompt intervention can pre-empt the need for protracted litigation.
“By taking immediate corrective action, you can undo what is clearly a constitutional breach and spare the victims and their families the trauma of prolonged legal battles to vindicate their right to work and to be shielded from discrimination.”
“Demonstrating statesmanship in this moment by addressing these concerns proactively will not only correct a constitutional wrong but also reaffirm your commitment to justice, fairness, and the rule of law,” he stated.
