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The Minister-Designate for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has pledged to address concerns surrounding fairness and inclusivity in the recruitment processes of Ghana’s security services by reviewing the regional quota system.
Speaking during his vetting before the Parliamentary Appointments Committee on January 24, Muntaka highlighted the importance of ensuring equity in recruitment to reflect Ghana’s diverse population.
He expressed concerns over reports that certain minorities have been sidelined in past recruitment processes, leaving opportunities to benefit only a select majority.
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Muntaka stressed the need for a transparent, fair, and balanced system that promotes inclusivity across all regions and ethnic groups.
The nominee assured the committee of his intention to work closely with the leadership of the security agencies, including the Inspector General of Police and the Director General of Ghana Prisons, to review and improve the current system.
“I’m going to a ministry that has a lot of professionals who are experts in their fields. You can’t doubt the expertise of the Inspector General of Police or the Director General of Ghana Prisons. Together with them, we will review the recruitment system,” Muntaka stated.
He added that the review would assess the effectiveness of the current regional quota system, which has been in place since the inception of Ghana’s Fourth Republic. “If there are lapses, we will look at them and make the necessary adjustments in the best interest of the country,” he said.
The minister-designate emphasised the importance of balancing inclusivity with merit, ensuring that opportunities within Ghana’s security services are accessible to all citizens regardless of their regional or ethnic background.
“We must ensure that everyone feels they have an equal shot at serving their country in these critical roles. This is about fairness, equity, and ultimately building trust in our institutions,” he noted.
Muntaka’s commitment to addressing these concerns comes at a time when public confidence in the fairness of recruitment processes is being questioned. His assurance of reform aligns with the broader calls for greater transparency and equity in Ghana’s public sector employment practices.
