The Ministry of the Interior has announced the release of funds to settle outstanding 2025 rent allowance arrears owed to personnel of the Ghana Prisons Service, Ghana National Fire Service, and Ghana Immigration Service.
In a statement issued by its Public Affairs and Communications Unit on Monday, March 2, the Ministry said the payment covers all eligible officers across the three services who were affected by the delay.
The Ministry expressed appreciation to personnel for their patience and understanding while the government worked to address the arrears.
It also disclosed that measures have been introduced to prevent future delays, announcing that the rent allowance payment system has now been mechanised.
According to the Ministry, beginning March 2026, rent allowances will be processed and paid together with officers’ monthly salaries.
The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to improving the welfare of personnel under its supervision and said it would continue to work closely with the Ministry of Finance and other relevant stakeholders to ensure the timely payment of all entitlements.
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