Stop the Witch-Hunt! Bawumia Slams Mahama Over Mass Dismissals
Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia calls on President John Mahama to reverse politically motivated dismissals
- Bawumia condemns the sackings of public servants hired under the previous administration.
- He warns that mass job losses and political targeting create instability and insecurity.
- Urges Mahama to govern for all Ghanaians and stop politically motivated job terminations.
In a Facebook post on Wednesday, February 19, Dr. Bawumia expressed deep concern over the dismissals, warning that they undermine democracy and violate the principles of justice enshrined in the 1992 Constitution.
He stated that while he had initially chosen to allow the new government time to settle and implement its policies, the alarming trend of politically motivated sackings has forced him to break his silence.
“Since assuming office, the government of President Mahama has pursued a series of actions targeting Ghanaians who were legitimately employed during the previous administration. It is ironic that a party which campaigned on the promise of jobs for all Ghanaians is now arbitrarily dismissing them, leaving families struggling,” Dr. Bawumia lamented.
He strongly criticized the dismissal of public service directors, security personnel, nurses, and teachers—many of whom, he noted, are not political appointees but professionals serving the nation. He argued that these actions stifle national progress and create uncertainty in the workforce.
Beyond the sackings, Dr. Bawumia expressed concern over a rising climate of insecurity, citing attacks on journalists, military raids on former government officials’ residences, and mob violence against state institutions. He warned that such incidents paint a troubling picture, resembling a military takeover rather than a democratic transition.
“These are certainly worrying times for our democracy. The earlier action is taken to protect institutions and democratic practice, the better it will be for Ghana’s progress,” he cautioned.
He urged President Mahama to be a leader for all Ghanaians, stressing that governance should not be about political vengeance.
“There is no justification for repeating or escalating past mistakes. I call on His Excellency President Mahama to be a president for all Ghanaians by reversing these unfair dismissals and ensuring the protection of every citizen.”
Dr. Bawumia concluded with a call for the preservation of democracy, the strengthening of state institutions, and the upholding of constitutional values, emphasizing that fairness and justice must be the foundation of Ghana’s governance.
