Mr. Samuel Nana Appiah, a security analyst and CEO of Global Intelligence, has described the recent revelation by the Ministry of the Interior as deeply troubling.
The ministry disclosed that more than 6,000 applicants were disqualified during the medical screening stage of the ongoing security services recruitment exercise after testing positive for drug use and mental health conditions.
Speaking on Nyankonton Mu Nsem on Rainbow Radio 87.5 FM, Mr. Appiah emphasised that the figure is “quite worrying,” noting that a number this large must be addressed properly.
He urged that Ghana’s youth need stronger discipline and better education regarding drug abuse, which he warned is currently causing significant harm across the country.
He called on the government to prioritise this issue, warning that widespread substance misuse could soon escalate into a full-blown national security threat.
Highlighting the importance of rigorous screening, Mr. Appiah noted:
“Recruits recruited into the services must be men and women of integrity, good character, without any crucial history and without any history of drug use or mental disorder. Having such individuals in the services will have negative impact on our national security. It is part of the procedures and if they have been disqualified, it is a step in the right direction. However, the figure is alarming and disturbing. If have over 6,000 with drug and mental health issues is something we have to address. It is a matter of public concern. It is a national security threat we must be concerned about.”
Additionally, Mr. Appiah rejected public speculation suggesting that the government inflated the disqualification numbers to justify its final selection decisions.
He dismissed these claims as highly unlikely, pointing out that the screening process is strictly documented.
He concluded that anyone who feels unfairly treated should take legal action rather than relying on unfounded public accusations.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
