Peace Watch Ghana, a registered non-profit and non-governmental organisation (NGO), has called for the immediate scrapping of AI-based aptitude tests in the ongoing security services recruitment exercise.
The NGO’s Executive Director, Madam Nyonkopa Daniels, highlighted that many candidates—particularly those from rural areas—are struggling to navigate the online system.
She noted that these individuals are often forced to spend significant amounts of money at internet cafés just to participate.
Speaking on Frontline on Rainbow Radio 87.5 FM, Madam Daniels lamented that the online exams are fundamentally unfair and have placed many qualified applicants at a distinct disadvantage.
Consequently, she has asked the interior minister to ensure the process is made fair, accessible, and non-partisan.
Madam Daniels revealed that her office has been flooded with complaints from frustrated applicants regarding the technical hurdles and outcomes of the recruitment process.
“The recruitment exercise has been fraught with several challenges, with many applicants complaining about the outcome of the tests. There are those who have difficulty accessing the internet due to where they are located. As an organisation, we call for the scrapping of the AI-based security recruitment aptitude tests. They should reinstate the old way of writing the exams.”
The executive director warned that the current situation has sparked anger at the grassroots level. She suggested that if the ruling party fails to address these concerns, it could face political repercussions.
She also supported calls for the refund of application fees to all candidates who have already been disqualified under this system.
“This is a situation that needs urgent attention. Many applicants are forced to spend money at internet cafés to complete the tests, only to encounter technical challenges that prevent them from progressing.”
Madam Daniels concluded by revealing that even within the security services, concerns have been raised regarding the effectiveness and fairness of the current digital approach.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
