The Ghanaian presidency has suspended contract appointments for retired public service staff, effective immediately. According to a letter dated April 2, 2025, and signed by Secretary to the President, Dr. Callistus Mahama, all post-retirement contract appointments are on hold.
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The directive states, "The grant of post-retirement contract appointments to retired public service staff has been suspended with immediate effect." Consequently, requests for such appointments will no longer be considered, and public institutions are urged to comply with the new policy, ensuring "strict compliance".
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This decision may impact ongoing and pending contracts across public sector institutions, potentially signaling a policy shift on post-retirement employment within the public service.
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