Minority Leader of Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has criticised what he describes as the wrongful dismissal of public sector workers, insisting he will continue to speak out regardless of personal relationships.
He cited a directive from the Chief of Staff, Juliues Debrah ordering the termination of appointments made after December 7, 2024, saying some institutions allegedly misapplied the instruction.
“Some went beyond the directive and dismissed people who had been employed as far back as 2020, just to make room for others,” he claimed.
Afenyo-Markin said such actions have had serious consequences for affected workers and their families, making it necessary for him to raise the issue in Parliament.
“I cannot shut my eyes to such an infraction,” he said. “I am not attacking personalities or offices, I am stating the facts.”
He stressed that his criticism is grounded in accountability, not personal hostility, adding that public office holders must be prepared for scrutiny.
The Minority Leader acknowledged that taking such positions may strain relationships but maintained that leadership demands honesty and courage.
“You must be prepared to lose some relationships in order to speak the truth”, he said.
Source: metrotvonline.com
