- Interior Ministry to advertise security services recruitment.
- Targets 2021 and 2022 online applicants.
- No recruitment fees to be paid.
- Medical fees may apply, but not controlled by government.
The Interior Ministry has made a significant announcement regarding the recruitment of individuals who applied online for enlistment into the security services in 2021 and 2022. According to the Minister of Interior, Henry Quartey, the decision was made after a closed session with the majority and minority caucuses of Parliament.
The announcement comes after the Minority threatened to summon the Minister over allegations of secret recruitment of a backlog of 11,000 applicants into the security services. The Minister addressed journalists after a meeting with lawmakers on the matter in Parliament, clarifying the recruitment process.
He stated that the recruitment exercises for the security agencies under the Ministry of Interior will be advertised, with a special clause for those who applied online in 2021 and 2022 but have yet to go through the process. The Minister emphasized that no money should be paid by applicants, as the government does not charge fees for recruitment.
However, he noted that applicants may need to pay for medical fees, which is a standard requirement for security and intelligence agencies. The Minister clarified that the government does not control medical fees, and applicants must pay for them as private citizens.
The decision to advertise the recruitment is a significant development, as it provides an opportunity for individuals who applied online in 2021 and 2022 to be considered for enlistment. The Minister’s announcement brings clarity to the recruitment process and addresses concerns raised by the Minority caucus, ensuring transparency and fairness in the selection process.
