Minister Samuel George Fires NCA Director Kwadwo Gyamfi Osafo-Maafo

In a move that has caught the attention of the tech and governance sectors, Samuel Nartye George, the Minister of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, has officially terminated Kwadwo Gyamfi Osafo-Maafo’s appointment as the Director of Cyber Security at the National Communications Authority (NCA).

This development was made public in a statement released on Friday, February 14, 2025.

The statement, signed by Alexander Yaw Arphul, the Chief Director of the Ministry, revealed that the termination of Osafo-Maafo’s appointment is effective immediately.

The former Director has been instructed to hand over his duties to the Acting Director-General of the NCA without delay.

The statement also highlighted that, in accordance with paragraph eight of his appointment letter, Osafo-Maafo would be compensated with three months’ salary in lieu of notice.

The Ministry took a moment to thank Osafo-Maafo for his services to the nation, with the Minister expressing gratitude for his contributions during his tenure.

Although the reasons behind his dismissal were not disclosed in the public statement, the abrupt change in leadership has left many questioning the circumstances leading up to the decision.

Osafo-Maafo’s tenure at the NCA was marked by significant efforts to enhance the country’s cyber security infrastructure, a role that has become even more critical as digital threats continue to grow.

However, the details surrounding his dismissal remain vague, and it is unclear whether the decision was politically motivated or driven by internal NCA matters.

The National Communications Authority is one of the key institutions responsible for regulating communications and enforcing cyber security measures in the country.

Given the growing importance of this sector, the Ministry of Communication’s swift action in appointing an Acting Director-General suggests that the NCA will continue its mission to ensure the safety of the nation’s digital landscape.

The public is now left awaiting further developments as this story unfolds. Osafo-Maafo’s departure from such a crucial role raises many questions regarding the future direction of the NCA and the government’s approach to digital security.