Government suspends post-retirement contract appointments for public service staff

The Office of the President has stopped granting contract appointments to retired public service personnel. This change is effective immediately.

A letter dated April 2, 2025, announced this directive. It was signed by Dr. Callistus Mahama, Secretary to the President. The letter states that all post-retirement contract appointments are suspended.

The Office of the President emphasized that no requests for these appointments will be considered. Public sector institutions must follow this directive closely.

“Kindly take note of this directive and ensure strict compliance,” the statement concluded.

This decision may affect many ongoing and future contract arrangements in the public sector.

While the statement did not explain why this suspension occurred, it hints at a policy shift regarding post-retirement employment in public service.