Professor Avea Nsoh has alleged corruption in public sector recruitment, claiming that some individuals pay large sums of money to secure government jobs.
Speaking on Dreamz FM, Nsoh said he is aware of multiple cases where job seekers allegedly paid thousands of cedis in exchange for employment opportunities, including positions in the fire service.
“I know people who have paid for jobs,” he said, adding that some schemes involved deception and financial exploitation of applicants.
He said he had reported the issue to a sector minister and written to the president, but declined to name specific individuals involved.
“This is very insulting to young people who struggle through school and still cannot get jobs without paying,” he said.
Nsoh criticized both major political parties, saying the problem reflects broader systemic failures rather than isolated incidents. He also warned that such practices could erode public trust and discourage youth participation in national development.
In addition, he raised concerns about the awarding of government contracts, arguing that excessive reliance on foreign firms deprives local contractors of opportunities.
“We are giving too much away while our youth remain unemployed,” he said, calling for policies that prioritize Ghanaian businesses and build local capacity.
The professor also questioned internal governance practices, urging leaders to align their actions with declared political ideologies and focus on equitable distribution of resources.
He emphasized the need for accountability and structural reforms to address inequality and corruption.
“We must change the way we are doing things as a country,” he said.
