The Blue Army Movement, a youth-centered group under the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has called on President John Dramani Mahama to rescind his decision to nullify all appointments and recruitments made after December 7, 2024.
According to the group, John Mahama’s directive is a betrayal of the trust Ghanaian youth had in him, particularly given his pre-election promises of continuous development, job creation, and reducing graduate unemployment under his government.
The Blue Army Movement, led by Hon. Moses Abor, a former Greater Accra youth organizer, argued that His Excellency John Mahama’s decision would have far-reaching consequences on the livelihoods of many young Ghanaians who were appointed or recruited into various government services which can be a threat to national security. The group emphasized that these individuals had already begun working and had made commitments based on their new roles.
The president’s transition team had earlier warned against last-minute appointments, payments, transfers, and promotions by the outgoing government, citing an agreement reached during the second meeting of the Joint Transition Team on December 13, 2024. However, the movement believes that the decision to nullify recent appointments is unfair, unjustified, and unconstitutional.
The Blue Army Movement’s call on President John Dramani Mahama to rescind his decision is sacrosanct to the group’s commitment to advocating for the rights, equality, and interests of young Ghanaians. They believe it is essential that the government prioritizes fairness, transparency, equality, and accountability in its decision-making processes.
Ultimately, the Blue Army Movement’s stance on this issue highlights the need for a more nuanced approach to addressing the complexities of transition and governance in Ghana. By engaging in constructive dialogue and advocating for the rights of affected individuals, the group aims to promote a more equitable and just society for all Ghanaians.
The Blue Army Movement declared their stand of staging a national demonstration against Mahama and the NDC administration over negligence.