Government to reinstate wrongfully dismissed public sector workers – Minister

The government is taking steps to reinstate public sector workers who were wrongfully laid off during the transition period following the change in administration, the Minister of Employment and Labour Relations, Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has said.

In an interview on Joy FM on Wednesday, 9 April 2025, Pelpuo revealed that a special committee has been established to investigate the circumstances surrounding the dismissal of these employees.

The committee, co-chaired by the Employment Minister and a Deputy Chief of Staff, Nana Oye Bampoe, is currently reviewing the cases of 12,000 workers who were hired shortly before the change in government.

Pelpuo explained that the investigation is aimed at verifying the legitimacy of their appointments and ensure that those who were properly employed through the correct channels are reinstated without delay.

“We are determined to make sure that no one who was legitimately employed through the correct public service procedures is unfairly removed from their position,” Pelpuo said.

“We are working diligently to resolve this issue within the next week. This process is aimed at bringing clarity and fairness to those affected.”

Pelpuo also noted that some of the dismissals were due to irregularities, such as false documents and improper hiring practices.

He stressed that the government is committed to upholding fairness and transparency while addressing these issues.

The investigation will seek to identify those who were wrongly dismissed and those whose employment did not comply with established procedures.

“We understand the impact this situation has on workers, particularly those who have been in service for a long time,” Pelpuo said.

“The President has instructed that we thoroughly investigate these cases, and we will ensure the process is fair and impartial.”

The Minister reaffirmed the government’s efforts to improve employment practices in the public sector, adding that the welfare of Ghanaian workers remains a priority.