The Office of the President has issued a directive suspending the grant of contract appointments to retired public service staff with immediate effect. In a letter dated 2nd April 2025 and signed by Dr. Callistus Mahama, Secretary to the President, the presidency announced that all post-retirement contract appointments are to be put on hold.
“The grant of post-retirement contract appointments to retired public service staff has been suspended with immediate effect,” the statement read.
As a result of the new directive, the Office of the President emphasized that “all requests for such appointments will no longer be considered.” Public institutions have been urged to comply with the new policy. “Kindly take note of this directive and ensure strict compliance,” the statement concluded. The decision is expected to affect several ongoing and pending contract arrangements across public sector institutions.
While the directive did not specify reasons behind the move, it signals a potential policy shift on post-retirement employment within the public service.
By: Evans Effah
