Nana B Sues Government Over Termination of Public Service Appointments
Prominent lawyer and politician Henry Nana Boakye, popularly known as Nana B, has filed a lawsuit at the Supreme Court against the Government of Ghana over what he describes as an unconstitutional directive leading to the mass termination of public service appointments.
The lawsuit challenges a directive issued by the Office of the President on February 10, 2025, instructing government institutions to revoke all appointments and recruitment made after December 7, 2024. According to Nana B, this decision violates the 1992 Constitution and unfairly affects legally appointed public servants.
In his suit, Nana B argues that former President John Dramani Mahama, acting through the Chief of Staff, does not have the constitutional authority to cancel appointments made after the 2024 general elections. He insists that such decisions must be guided by legal procedures rather than executive orders.
The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice have been named as defendants in the case. Nana B is seeking a declaration from the Supreme Court that the directive is unconstitutional, citing Article 191(b) of the 1992 Constitution, which protects public servants from unfair dismissals.
Additionally, he is requesting:
• An injunction to stop any further terminations.
• An order to reverse dismissals that have already taken place.
The case has sparked widespread public interest, with divided opinions on the government’s decision. While some argue that the directive was necessary for administrative reasons, others believe it was a political move aimed at undoing previous government appointments.
Legal experts suggest that if the Supreme Court rules in Nana B’s favor, it could set a precedent that limits the powers of the executive in handling public sector appointments and dismissals. This would strengthen job security for public workers and ensure that employment decisions strictly follow due process.
As the nation waits for the Supreme Court’s verdict, this case has the potential to reshape governance in Ghana, particularly regarding how public service appointments are handled during government transitions.