The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has refuted claims that the government has imposed a freeze on public sector employment, assuring that recruitment into key sectors will continue as needed.
The minister’s comments come on the back of concerns over limited job openings in the public sector, with fears of potential restrictions on recruitment.
Ato Forson, however, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to job creation, particularly for the youth, and pledged to enhance employment conditions across various sectors.
Speaking on the Point of View with Bernard Avle on Channel One TV on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, the finance minister dismissed speculations of a hiring halt, describing such reports as unfounded and misleading.
“There is no freeze on employment,” he stated, reassuring Ghanaians that public sector job opportunities remain available, contingent on economic needs and sectoral priorities.
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