Mahama Ayariga, the Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, has expressed strong reservations about the government’s plan to recruit 11,000 people into various security agencies.
He views this move as a scandalous attempt to appease the public and fears it may lead to further unrest and anger among the youth.
Ayariga believes the government is acting out of fear, drawing parallels with the recent unrest in Kenya, and warns that a lack of transparency in the recruitment process may exacerbate public frustration.
He emphasizes the need for a fair and equal opportunity for all youth, regardless of political connections, to prevent further agitation and disillusionment with the political class.
Ayariga’s concerns are heightened by allegations that the government is sharing recruitment slots with parliamentary candidates from the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).
He urges resistance against the exercise, which he views as a potential scandal of epic proportions in Ghana’s security history.
The planned recruitment has been met with widespread criticism, with many echoing Ayariga’s concerns about a lack of transparency and potential bias in the selection process.
The government’s decision to clear the backlog of security agency applicants, starting July 8, 2024, has further fueled the controversy.
Ayariga’s call for a fair and equal opportunity for all youth has resonated with many, and his warnings of potential unrest and anger among the youth have added urgency to the situation.
