As the dust settles following Ghana’s presidential elections, graduate applicants awaiting their Ghana Education Service (GES) postings have turned their hopes toward the President-Elect, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama. Frustrated by the prolonged delays and uncertainty surrounding their recruitment, these graduates are now calling on the incoming administration to prioritize their postings after the swearing-in ceremony on January 7, 2025.
Frustrations with the Current Process
For months, graduate applicants have been embroiled in an arduous wait, as many remain stuck under the controversial “Pending for Consideration” status on the GES recruitment portal. Despite reassurances from the Ghana Education Service that postings would be released in batches, the lack of progress has left thousands of graduates frustrated and disillusioned.
The situation has been compounded by reports that some groups, such as graduates from Jackson Education Complex, have already received their postings while others remain in limbo. This selective release has led to growing perceptions of favoritism, inefficiency, and even allegations of corruption within the process.
A Plea to President-Elect John Mahama
With President-Elect John Dramani Mahama set to assume office on January 7, 2025, graduates are now calling on him to take immediate action to resolve the GES recruitment delays. Many believe that his incoming government presents a fresh opportunity to restore fairness and efficiency to the posting process.
Social media has become a rallying point for graduates, with numerous posts urging Mahama to prioritize their plight. Some applicants have stated that they trust the President-Elect to “listen to the youth” and ensure that qualified graduates are posted promptly.
Why Graduates Are Turning to Mahama
The appeal to John Mahama stems from growing frustrations with the current administration’s handling of the recruitment process. For many graduates, the repeated delays and vague explanations provided by GES have created an atmosphere of hopelessness and distrust.
Graduates argue that:
- Urgent Action is Needed: Many of them have been unemployed since completing their education, and further delays are unsustainable.
- The GES Process Must Be Fixed: Applicants are calling for a transparent and merit-based recruitment process under the new administration.
- Youth Employment is a Priority: As unemployment remains a pressing issue in Ghana, graduates see their GES postings as a critical step toward securing stable employment and contributing to national development.
Public Sentiment
The growing chorus of voices calling on Mahama to intervene reflects the broader public sentiment surrounding this year’s GES recruitment process. On social media platforms, graduates have been vocal in their appeals, with messages such as:
- “Mahama, please don’t forget us. After January 7, we hope you will prioritize our postings.”
- “We are ready to work, but GES has left us hanging. President Mahama, we need your help!”
These posts highlights the desperation and frustration felt by thousands of graduates who have been left in recruitment limbo.
What Graduates Expect Post-January 7
Graduates are optimistic that once John Mahama assumes office, his administration will:
- Audit the Current Recruitment Process: Investigate the delays, favoritism claims, and inefficiencies that have plagued the current recruitment exercise.
- Fast-Track Postings: Facilitate the swift release of appointment letters to all qualified applicants.
- Restore Trust in GES: Implement policies to ensure transparency and fairness in future recruitment processes.
The President-Elect’s response to these calls will be closely watched as graduates look for tangible action to address their concerns.
Published By: Justice Donkoh | GESHub.org
