In a dramatic turn of events, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has taken legal action against the John Mahama government challenging the unlawful termination of appointments for individuals employed both before and after December 7, 2024.
The lawsuit, filed by the National Organizer of NPP, Henry Nana Boakye, argues that President John Dramani Mahama’s directive to revoke appointments and recruitments made within the Public Services of Ghana is unconstitutional.
According to the lawsuit, the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah lacks the power to give such a directive, and the affected individuals were legally recruited under a properly constituted government.
The NPP is seeking a declaration that the directive is unconstitutional and a prohibitory injunction to prevent the Heads of Government Institutions from annulling the appointments and recruitments made after December 7, 2024.
This development comes after President John Mahama’s administration issued a directive on February 10, 2025, ordering the revocation of appointments and recruitments made after December 7, 2024.
The move has been widely criticized, with many arguing that it is politically motivated and unfair to the affected individuals.
The NPP’s decision to take legal action is seen as a bold move to challenge the government’s authority and protect the rights of the affected individuals.
The outcome of the lawsuit is eagerly anticipated, as it could have significant implications for the future of employment in the public sector.
Background of the Case
The lawsuit is based on the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, which protects public sector employees from arbitrary dismissals.
The NPP argues that the President’s directive is in contravention of Article 191(b) of the Constitution, which requires that any termination of employment must be done with just cause.
Reliefs Sought
Nana B as Henry Nana Boakye is popularly called is seeking several reliefs, including:
– A declaration that the directive is unconstitutional: The NPP argues that the Chief of Staff lacks the power to give such a directive, and that the affected individuals were legally recruited under a properly constituted government.
– A prohibitory injunction: The NPP is seeking an order to prevent the Heads of Government Institutions from annulling the appointments and recruitment made after December 7, 2024.
– Costs and counsel fees: The NPP is also seeking costs and counsel fees for the lawsuit.
