The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has called on President John Dramani Mahama to immediately halt the ongoing termination of public sector appointments.

They warned that the mass dismissals could have devastating effects on young Ghanaians and tarnish the country’s democratic reputation.

In a statement, the TUC criticised the revocation of appointments, particularly affecting teachers, nurses, and other professionals who have spent years pursuing education and struggling to secure employment.

The union stated that these dismissals not only jeopardise livelihoods but also undermine the patriotism and trust of young citizens in the country’s governance system.

"The mass termination of employment of teachers, nurses and others, who have been educated at great cost to their families and the nation and who may have stayed at home for years struggling to obtain employment can be devastating for these young men and women."

The TUC’s concerns follow a directive issued by the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, on February 10, 2025, instructing all government institutions to revoke appointments made after December 7, 2024.

The directive claimed that such appointments were not in line with established good governance practices and principles.

As a result, reports have emerged of widespread job losses, including among individuals whose appointments were finalised before the stated date.

The union further urged President Mahama to prevent the country from descending into what it described as a "partisan slippery hill."

It pointed out that while the President had granted amnesty to security recruits from the previous administration, a similar approach should be extended to all public sector appointments made before the transition of power.

"This will be the greatest political settlement of the 4^th Republic. It will ripple in eternity and reset the politics of Ghana," the statement added.