The Center for Public Opinion and Awareness (CenPOA) has officially asked the government to remove fees charged for joining security services. This call was made in a public statement.
CenPOA highlighted that people seeking to join agencies like the Ghana Police Service have historically paid application fees.
The organisation believes these fees prevent many eligible and capable citizens from applying.
This practice can be a barrier to entry for those who may not have the financial means to pay, despite their suitability for service.
By removing these fees, the government can ensure a more inclusive recruitment process.
The aim is to allow talent and merit to be the primary factors in selection, rather than financial ability.
CenPOA stated that their recommendation is based on a review of past recruitment practices.
They hope this change will lead to a stronger and more diverse pool of applicants for the nation's security forces.