The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reinstated staff whose appointments were previously terminated, placing them on an extended probation period.
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Initially, the Central Bank had planned to re-engage only a select few based on operational requirements and skill relevance. However, sources reveal that all affected individuals are now being recalled under a broader review process.
This is well within the Bank’s mandate, one source explained. Re-engaging staff whose expertise is needed, especially under unique circumstances, aligns with BoG’s HR policies.
According to insiders, the decision stems from the Bank’s need for specific competencies currently in short supply. The affected individuals reported to the Central Bank on June 26, 2025, and are expected to officially resume work next week.
A BoG spokesperson noted that such HR decisions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, considering each employee’s termination context and the Bank’s evolving workforce demands.
Background
On June 19, 2025, the BoG terminated 97 staff members who were hired after December 7, 2024, citing poor performance during their probation period. These employees received written notice that their appointments would not be confirmed after a six-month review.
An internal audit later revealed irregularities in the recruitment process. Despite this, the Bank clarified that over half of the recruits had been confirmed based on merit and successful completion of performance assessments.
BoG has emphasized that the initial dismissals were standard HR practice based on contractual probation terms and not a targeted action against any specific group.
