Dr. Rashid Pelpuo, Minister-designate for Labour, Jobs, and Employment, has proposed a review of the 60-year retirement age.
On Thursday, January 30, 2025, the nominee appeared before Parliament’s Vetting Committee and stated that the review should focus on the country’s economic capacity and overall preparedness.
He advocated for broad national consensus or an inclusive dialogue before making such a significant policy shift.
“There’s a lot of talk about increasing the retirement age now, some say up to 65 years, some say up to 70 years, but they are still strong why should they retire? I think it should come as a result of a harmonious decision. We will need to reconsider or consider whether it’s time for us to do it or not.
“I will go along the many who will pose a view that there’s a need for a review, given our economy and our capacity to deal with it.”
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
