According to him, applicants are being charged as much as GH₵1,600 for mandatory medical screening, a figure he believes places an unfair financial burden on young Ghanaians aspiring to serve in the armed forces and other security agencies.
He has therefore urged the Interior Minister, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, to intervene and reduce the cost to GH₵500.
Ntiwul argued that recruitment into the security services should be accessible and not restricted by high costs that could discourage qualified candidates.
He emphasized that many applicants come from modest backgrounds and may struggle to meet such financial demands, potentially limiting equal opportunity in the recruitment process.
His comments come amid ongoing public concerns surrounding recent recruitment exercises into the Ghana Armed Forces.
Reports indicate that approximately 2,000 recruits have been selected, but the process has been marked by controversy, including complaints about mass disqualifications and the high cost of application forms.
Further reports have also highlighted special considerations given during the recruitment process, including the enlistment of victims of the El-Wak Stampede, as well as some relatives of those who lost their lives in the incident. It is reported that 18 injured victims were among those recruited, a move that has drawn both sympathy and debate.
The issue of recruitment costs has now become a central point of discussion, with stakeholders questioning whether the process remains fair and inclusive. Critics argue that high fees at multiple stages—forms, medicals, and other requirements—could create barriers for otherwise eligible candidates.
Ntiwul’s call for a reduction in medical fees has added momentum to demands for broader reforms in the recruitment system, with many urging authorities to ensure transparency, affordability, and equal access.
As discussions continue, attention is expected to shift toward the Interior Ministry and relevant agencies to determine whether adjustments will be made to address the concerns raised.