The Office of the President has explained that the removal of Dr. John Ofori Tenkorang from the position of Director-General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) was based on a restructuring by the government.
According to the Presidency, the action is contrary to speculations that the former SSNIT boss was removed as a result of misconduct.
A statement signed by the Director of Communications at the Office of the President, Eugene Arhin further indicated that the move is part of a restructuring of President Akufo-Addo’s administration.
“Indeed, Dr Ofori-Tenkorang’s exit from office is part of the ongoing restructuring of Government being undertaken by President Akufo-Addo.
“The President is satisfied with the performance of Dr. Ofori-Tenkorang as Director-General of SSNIT in the past seven years, as the institution, under his watch, witnessed some impressive transformation. The President thanks him for his services to the nation,” he added
Source: Ghana/Starrfm.com.gh/103.5FM
