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Greater Accra Regional Minister apologises over viral comments on staff transfers to Northern Ghana
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The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, has apologised over comments she made suggesting that postings to northern Ghana could be seen as a form of punishment.
In a press release issued on May 5, 2026, the Minister said the remarks, which were captured in a widely circulated video, were a “genuine slip in communication” and did not reflect her true views or the official policies governing postings within the Public Service.
According to her, the comments came while she was responding to a media question about allegations that some technocrats involved in the wrongful issuance of development permits are often posted to nearby districts, allowing such practices to continue.
She explained that in responding to the issue, she referred to situations where some workers had been transferred to areas far from their usual places of residence.
However, she admitted that her choice of words created the wrong impression that such postings were meant as punishment.
The Minister offered an unreserved apology to Ghanaians, particularly people from the Northern Regions, for any offence, misunderstanding, or discomfort caused by the comments.
“I sincerely acknowledge the concerns that this has generated,” she stated, adding that she holds “the highest regard for due process, equity, and professionalism.”
She further assured the public that all administrative decisions, including staff postings and transfers, would continue to follow laid-down procedures without bias.
The Minister reaffirmed her commitment to serving residents of the Greater Accra Region with integrity, fairness, and accountability.
She urged the public to accept her clarification and treat the matter as resolved.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Parliament has clarified public commentary on social media regarding a notice on its notice board that read “No Vacancy for National Service Personnel 2026/2027. Kindly go for reposting.”
In a statement, signed by the Director of Media Relations, David Sebastian Damoah, Parliament said the notice has been misconstrued and was not a policy statement, a freeze on national service placements, or a change in its support for the National Service Scheme.
According to Parliament, the notice was a routine administrative message to prospective personnel who reported to the House, informing them that it has received more personnel than it can accommodate for the 2026/2027 service year and that they should seek reposting to other institutions.
It said it remains committed to the National Service Scheme and values the contribution of service personnel to its work, and regrets any confusion or inconvenience the wording may have caused.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian public advocate Hopeson Yaovi Adorye has been elected to the Board of Directors of the World Taxpayers Association (WTA).
The election took place on Sunday, October 5, 2026, during the Association’s conference in Kraków, Poland.
His election marks a significant addition to his international leadership portfolio and provides a platform for Ghanaian and African perspectives to contribute to global discussions on taxpayer rights, responsible taxation, transparency and prudent management of public resources.
Reacting to his election, Mr. Adorye expressed appreciation to the leadership and members of the WTA for the confidence reposed in him.
“I am deeply honoured by this confidence and conscious of the responsibility that comes with it. Taxpayers are at the heart of every economy, and they deserve fairness, transparency, accountability and value for the taxes they pay. I look forward to working with colleagues from across the world to strengthen the voice of taxpayers and promote responsible fiscal governance,” he said.
According to him, taxation should not be viewed solely as a mechanism for raising government revenue, but also as an important component of the social contract between citizens and the state.
Mr. Adorye said governments have a responsibility to ensure taxes are collected fairly and public resources are utilised efficiently to deliver quality infrastructure, healthcare, education, security and other essential services.
His election also creates an opportunity to bring African experiences into international conversations on taxation and public expenditure.
Mr. Adorye, who is Executive Director of Taxpayers League Ghana, has previously served as Global Board Chairman of the International Youth Network for UN Security Council Resolution 2250, an NGO associated with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
He is expected to use his new role to champion fiscal accountability, taxpayer education, good governance and stronger citizen participation in public financial management.
