Address problems youth face after national service

Dear Editor,

I write to express concern about the uncertainty facing many National Service personnel after completing their mandatory service.

Every year thousands of young graduates are posted to various institutions across the country where they contribute significantly to productivity and service delivery.

Unfortunately, after their service period, many are left unemployed despite demonstrating competence, dedication, and commitment to duty.

In many offices, National Service personnel perform the same responsibilities as permanent staff and in some cases help reduce workload pressures.

It is therefore discouraging that after gaining practical experience and contributing to national development, they are often asked to leave without any opportunity for permanent employment.

This situation has contributed to rising unemployment and frustration among the youth.

I would like to appeal to the government, public institutions, and private organisations to consider retaining hardworking National Service personnel whenever vacancies arise.

Creating a clear pathway for permanent employment after service would motivate young graduates to give off their best and also help reduce graduate unemployment in the country.

Eugene Ampiaw

Mamprobi-Camara.