Mr. Osafo-Maafo has been instructed to hand over to the Acting Director General of the NCA.
As per paragraph 8 of his appointment letter, he will receive three months’ salary in lieu of notice.
Minister Sam George expressed his appreciation to Mr. Osafo-Maafo for his service to the nation.
The dismissal letter signed by Chief Director of the Ministry Alexander Yaw Arphul on February 14, said, “I wish to inform you that the Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations has terminated your appointment as the Director of Cyber Security of the National Communications Authority effective immediately.
“You are directed to hand over your duties to the Ag Director General of the National Communications Authority. In line with paragraph 8 of your appointment letter, you will be given three months’ salary in lieu of notice. The honourable Minister extends his gratitude for your service to the nation.”
