The Minority in Parliament has condemned the Bank of Ghana (BoG) for dismissing over 100 staff members, calling the action unlawful and unconstitutional.
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At a press conference on June 24, they expressed outrage over what they called unjustified terminations. They claim the affected employees were legally recruited, vetted, and contributing meaningfully to the public sector.
The sackings followed a February 11 directive from the Chief of Staff, which called for revoking all public sector appointments made after December 7, 2024. The Minority argues that this directive has no legal authority.
Quoting Articles 23 and 24 of the 1992 Constitution, they emphasized that every Ghanaian has the right to fair working conditions and protection under the law. They also referenced the Labour Act, which outlines valid grounds for termination, none of which, they say, apply in this case.
They criticized the BoG for not consulting staff or providing compensation, even if redundancy were the reason. “Being on probation is not a license for arbitrary dismissal,” they added, stressing that probationary staff also deserve fair treatment.
The Minority called for the immediate reinstatement of the affected workers. They said the dismissals were not just a legal breach, but a moral crisis that threatens the rights of young professionals and families.
They also accused BoG of showing disregard for Parliament, which is already preparing a motion to investigate the matter.
Key Demands
- Immediate reinstatement of all dismissed staff.
- Parliamentary appearance by the BoG Governor to explain the action.
- Intervention from the Chief Labour Officer and CHRAJ.
- Legal support for affected employees.
- A full parliamentary inquiry to ensure accountability.
“This goes beyond employment, it’s about defending democracy and the rule of law,” the Minority concluded.
