Acting Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Gaming Commission of Ghana, Lamtiig Apanga, told Breakfast Daily on Channel One TV that the government will announce which agencies will adopt the 1‑3‑3 shift system by the end of 2026. The move is part of a broader effort to extend working hours and improve service delivery under the country’s 24‑hour economy agenda.
Apanga said the government is currently reviewing various sectors and public institutions to determine which can effectively operate under the shift arrangement. He added that the system is already in place at the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), the National Identification Authority (NIA) and the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA).
Speaking on Wednesday, September 16, Apanga expressed confidence that a formal announcement would be made before the end of the year. "There are reviews of certain sectors of the economy, and particular agencies, that can accommodate the 1‑3‑3 shift system. In no time, government will announce that," he said. "It’s difficult for me to give specific timelines, but I can assure you that hopefully, by the close of the year, government will make a specific pronouncement," he added.
The 1‑3‑3 shift system is a work model where one job position is shared by three different people across three separate 8‑hour shifts to keep a business running for 24 hours a day. Apanga noted that the planned expansion will help the public sector meet growing demands for round‑the‑clock services.
Observers say the rollout could set a precedent for other ministries and agencies, potentially reshaping how public services are delivered across Ghana. The government’s next steps will likely involve detailed consultations with the affected institutions and a timeline for implementation.
