Forty dismissed public sector employees have taken the Government of Ghana to court, challenging what they describe as a politically motivated mass termination.
The group, represented by Dame and Partners, a law firm linked to former Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame, argues that their dismissals were unlawful and violated constitutional protections.
The controversy stems from a February 10, 2025, directive issued by Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, instructing all public institutions to revoke appointments made after December 7, 2024—the day of Ghana’s general elections.
The directive, which impacted employees hired during the final days of the previous NPP administration, was framed as a governance measure to prevent irregular appointments.
However, the affected employees, who were hired in 2024, argue that their dismissals breach constitutional safeguards, particularly Article 191(b), which outlines the conditions under which public servants can be lawfully removed.
The lawsuit, filed against the Attorney General and six key state agencies, includes the Ghana Revenue Authority, National Lottery Authority, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, Ghana Shippers Council, and the National Health Insurance Authority.
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The plaintiffs are seeking:
- A court ruling that their dismissals were unconstitutional.
- A declaration that the Chief of Staff’s directive is null and void.
- Immediate reinstatement and compensation for damages suffered.
- A permanent injunction preventing politically motivated terminations in the civil service.
The court is expected to set a date for hearing in the coming weeks.
See full suit below:
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