The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has quietly launched a significant recruitment campaign to fill positions left vacant after a wave of dismissals, following President John Mahama’s return to office.
Insiders at the Authority report that the recruitment is being conducted discreetly, with no public advertisement or official announcement. The low-profile approach appears intended to minimize public scrutiny and avoid backlash from within the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), especially among grassroots members still waiting for promised job opportunities.
The new hires are reportedly replacing staff let go during a recent internal restructuring. Roles currently being filled include Assistant Revenue Officers, Revenue Officers, and Chief Revenue Officers, with monthly salaries ranging from GHS 10,000 to GHS 30,000.
However, the hush-hush nature of the hiring process has sparked frustration among NDC loyalists. Some feel excluded and question the political leanings of GRA Commissioner-General Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, who was appointed on January 21, 2025. According to party insiders, Mr. Sarpong has no known ties to the NDC and is accused of bypassing party members in staffing and promotion decisions.
While the GRA has yet to issue a formal response, a senior official defended the recruitment effort, citing the urgency of meeting revenue targets and the need to fill key vacancies quickly.
Still, dissatisfaction is growing within the NDC. Party foot soldiers, who played a critical role in the election, are reportedly running out of patience. Some warn that continued neglect of party loyalists in favor of neutral or non-affiliated individuals may deepen internal rifts and weaken grassroots support.
Mr. Sarpong remains under pressure despite a legal challenge to his appointment being resolved quietly. Critics argue that his leadership lacks the political sensitivity required in the current environment, contributing to rising discontent within both the GRA and the ruling party.
Sarpong's qualifications are extensive. He holds an MSc in Financial Risk Management from London Metropolitan University, a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration from the University of Manchester, and a First-Class Honours degree in Business Administration (Accounting) from the University of Ghana. He also holds professional certifications in taxation and investment from the Chartered Institute of Taxation, Ghana, and the Ghana Stock Exchange.
He is affiliated with several professional bodies, including the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG), the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), and the Ghana Association of Restructuring and Insolvency Advisors (GARIA).
Despite these credentials, opposition to his leadership persists, raising concerns about the future of the Authority’s reforms under his stewardship.
Source: MyNewsGh.com
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