Minister of Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe
Minister of Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe has directed the Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), Brigadier-General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, to investigate allegations of unjustifiable staff promotions within the Authority.
During a courtesy visit to GPHA, Mr. Nikpe emphasized that promotions should be based on merit and fairness, rather than political affiliations. He stressed that GPHA is a business entity and should operate with professionalism and efficiency, rather than allowing political considerations to influence its internal decisions.
“The port is a business hub, and all decisions made must reflect that reality.
Promotions should be fair and justified, not politically motivated,” the Minister stated.
In response, Brigadier-General Tanye-Kulono assured the Minister that he had already begun reviewing the promotions process, adding that any irregular advancements found would be reversed accordingly.
The directive is expected to restore transparency and integrity within GPHA’s human resource management, ensuring that promotions are granted equitably and based on competence.