The transition team of the incoming National Democratic Congress (NDC) government has vowed to reverse all last-minute recruitment, payments, and promotions made by the outgoing New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration. This decision comes amid tensions between the transition teams of the NPP and NDC over alleged last-minute decisions by state agencies.
The NDC transition team has flagged these actions as illegal and made in bad faith, citing concerns over the potential financial and operational impact on the incoming administration. Specifically, they've mentioned the Interior Ministry, Ghana Revenue Authority, and the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) as examples of state agencies making these last-minute decisions.
In a statement dated December 17, the NDC transition team described these decisions as acts of bad faith and declared that they would be reversed once the formal transfer of power occurs. The team warned that public officials responsible for these actions would be held to strict account when the new government takes office.
The NDC also issued a stern warning to public officials, urging them to resist pressure from the outgoing administration. They cautioned that such actions could have severe consequences when John Dramani Mahama officially assumes office on January 7, 2025.
In response, Fatimah Abubakar, spokesperson for the NPP transition team, dismissed the claims. She insisted that no agreement had been reached to halt last-minute recruitments and that the outgoing administration was acting within its mandate to make administrative decisions.
According to the NPP transition team, President Nana Akufo-Addo's mandate extends until January 6, 2025, and therefore, the outgoing administration has the authority to make last-minute decisions. However, the NDC transition team has argued that these decisions are not in the best interest of the country and would be reversed once they take office.
The situation has sparked concerns about the transition process and the potential implications for the country. The NDC transition team has emphasized the importance of a smooth and transparent transition process, urging all stakeholders to adhere strictly to established guidelines.
As the country prepares for the transfer of power, the tension between the transition teams of the NPP and NDC is likely to continue. The NDC transition team has made it clear that they will not hesitate to reverse any last-minute decisions made by the outgoing administration that they deem to be in bad faith.
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